Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?)
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2051–2000 B.C.

Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2051–2000 B.C. using limestone, paint — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, paint
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1923
Dateca. 2051–2000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2051 BC – 2000 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?)?

Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) created?

Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) dates to ca. 2051–2000 B.C..

What material is Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) made from?

Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) is crafted from limestone, paint.

Where does Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) originate?

Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) originates from Egypt.

Is Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) in the public domain?

Faces of a man and woman, from marsh hunting scene (?) is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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