Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art||ca. 1492–1473 B.C.

Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, early) created in ca. 1492–1473 B.C. using hematite, gold measuring L. 1.15 cm (1/2 in.); W. 0.65 cm (1/4 in.); H. 0.3 cm (1/8… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumHematite, gold
DimensionsL. 1.15 cm (1/2 in.); W. 0.65 cm (1/4 in.); H. 0.3 cm (1/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1936
Dateca. 1492–1473 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18, early dynasty. The estimated date range is 1492 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh?

Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh created?

Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh dates to ca. 1492–1473 B.C..

What material is Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh made from?

Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh is crafted from hematite, gold.

Where does Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh originate?

Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh originates from Egypt.

Is Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh in the public domain?

Cowroid Inscribed with an Ankh is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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