Egyptian Artca. 1897–1878 B.C.By Nina de Garis Davies|Norman de Garis Davies
Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12) created in ca. 1897–1878 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 13.8 cm (5 7/16 in); w. 18.5 cm (7 5/16… attributed to Nina de Garis Davies|Norman de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Tempera on paper |
| Dimensions | facsimile: h. 13.8 cm (5 7/16 in); w. 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in) Scale 1:1 framed: h. |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1933 |
| Date | ca. 1897–1878 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1897 BC.
Geography
Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep?
Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep created?
Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep dates to ca. 1897–1878 B.C..
What material is Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep made from?
Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep is crafted from tempera on paper.
Where does Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep originate?
Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep originates from Egypt.
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Detail of a Desert Animal, Tomb of Khnumhotep is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.