Egyptian Artca. 2051-1650 BC
Execration Text against the Libyans is a egyptian art created in ca. 2051-1650 BC using pottery, ink measuring H. 7.6 cm (3 in.); W. 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.); Th. 0.9 cm (3/8… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Pottery, ink |
| Dimensions | H. 7.6 cm (3 in.); W. 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.); Th. 0.9 cm (3/8 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Ägyptisches Museum und Papyrussammlung |
| Date | ca. 2051-1650 BC |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 2051 BC – 1650 BC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Execration Text against the Libyans?
Execration Text against the Libyans is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Execration Text against the Libyans created?
Execration Text against the Libyans dates to ca. 2051-1650 BC.
What material is Execration Text against the Libyans made from?
Execration Text against the Libyans is crafted from pottery, ink.
Is Execration Text against the Libyans in the public domain?
Execration Text against the Libyans 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