Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Ear stud (?) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using faience — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ear stud (?)?

Ear stud (?) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ear stud (?) created?

Ear stud (?) dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Ear stud (?) made from?

Ear stud (?) is crafted from faience.

Where does Ear stud (?) originate?

Ear stud (?) originates from Egypt.

Is Ear stud (?) in the public domain?

Ear stud (?) 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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