Cylinder Beads of Gold
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Cylinder Beads of Gold is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using gold measuring length of beads 1.2–1.4 cm (1/2–9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold
Dimensionslength of beads 1.2–1.4 cm (1/2–9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1927
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder Beads of Gold?

Cylinder Beads of Gold is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder Beads of Gold created?

Cylinder Beads of Gold dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Cylinder Beads of Gold made from?

Cylinder Beads of Gold is crafted from gold.

Where does Cylinder Beads of Gold originate?

Cylinder Beads of Gold originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder Beads of Gold in the public domain?

Cylinder Beads of Gold 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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