Egyptian Artca. 1550–1458 B.C.Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, early) created in ca. 1550–1458 B.C. using bronze or copper alloy, stone, ivory, wood measuring mirror (26.7.837a): L. 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in); W. 6.8 cm (2… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze or copper alloy, stone, ivory, wood |
| Dimensions | mirror (26.7.837a): L. 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in); W. 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in) razor (26.7.837b): L. 18.4 cm (7 1/4 in.); W. 2.2 cm (7/8 in.); Th. 0.1 cm (1/16 in.) tweezers (26.7.837c): L. 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in); W. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); H. 0.7 cm (1/4 in) whetstone (26.7.837d): L. 9.9 cm (3 7/8 in); W. 1.8 cm (11/16 in); H. 1 cm (3/8 in) kohl tube (26.7.1447): h. 7.8 cm (3 1/16 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926 |
| Date | ca. 1550–1458 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18, early dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror?
Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror created?
Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror dates to ca. 1550–1458 B.C..
What material is Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror made from?
Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror is crafted from bronze or copper alloy, stone, ivory, wood.
Where does Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror originate?
Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror originates from Egypt.
Is Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror in the public domain?
Cosmetic set of Kohl Tube and Applicator, Razor, Tweezers, Whetstone, and Mirror is in the public domain and can be freely used.