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

Cylinder Beads of Silver is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using silver measuring length of beads 1.2-1.5 cm (1/2–9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver
Dimensionslength of beads 1.2-1.5 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 Silver?

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

When was Cylinder Beads of Silver created?

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

What material is Cylinder Beads of Silver made from?

Cylinder Beads of Silver is crafted from silver.

Where does Cylinder Beads of Silver originate?

Cylinder Beads of Silver originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder Beads of Silver in the public domain?

Cylinder Beads of Silver 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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