Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.

By Norman de Garis Davies

Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 61 cm (24 in); w. 34.5 cm (13 9/16 in) scale… attributed to Norman de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on Paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 61 cm (24 in); w. 34.5 cm (13 9/16 in) scale 1:10 framed: h. 64.5 cm (25 3/8 in); w. 38.1 cm (15 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
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 Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre?

Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre created?

Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre made from?

Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre originate?

Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre originates from Egypt.

Is Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre in the public domain?

Decorated Doorway to North Chapel, Tomb of Puyemre 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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