Egyptian Artca. 1479–1425 B.C.Ensemble of Rosettes is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1425 B.C. using gold, gesso, carnelian, jasper, transparent crizzled glass, opaque turquoise… measuring l. in front 35 cm (13 3/4 in): circumference 40.2 cm (15… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold, gesso, carnelian, jasper, transparent crizzled glass, opaque turquoise glass |
| Dimensions | l. in front 35 cm (13 3/4 in): circumference 40.2 cm (15 13/16 in) Weight of gold: 102.9 g (2.3 lbs) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Henry Walters and Edward S. Harkness Gifts, 1920 (1926.8.117a) Frederick P. Huntley Bequest, 1958 (58.153.2-.3) Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1966 (66.2.1, .7) Rogers Fund, 1970 (1970.169.80) Lila Acheson Wallace Gift, 1982 (1982.137.1) Lila Acheson Wallace Gift, 1983 (1983.96.1) |
| Date | ca. 1479–1425 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1479 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ensemble of Rosettes?
Ensemble of Rosettes is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ensemble of Rosettes created?
Ensemble of Rosettes dates to ca. 1479–1425 B.C..
What material is Ensemble of Rosettes made from?
Ensemble of Rosettes is crafted from gold, gesso, carnelian, jasper, transparent crizzled glass, opaque turquoise glass.
Where does Ensemble of Rosettes originate?
Ensemble of Rosettes originates from Egypt.
Is Ensemble of Rosettes in the public domain?
Ensemble of Rosettes is in the public domain and can be freely used.