Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1194–1188 B.C.

Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1194–1188 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) measuring H. 10 cm (3 15/16 in); w. 8.7 cm (3 7/16 in); th. 6.3 cm (2… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTravertine (Egyptian alabaster)
DimensionsH. 10 cm (3 15/16 in); w. 8.7 cm (3 7/16 in); th. 6.3 cm (2 1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914
Dateca. 1194–1188 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1194 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest?

Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest created?

Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest dates to ca. 1194–1188 B.C..

What material is Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest made from?

Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).

Where does Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest originate?

Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest originates from Egypt.

Is Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest in the public domain?

Decorated fragment from the side of a canopic chest is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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