Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.

By Charles K. Wilkinson

Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 38 cm (14 15/16 in); w. 46.5 cm (18 5/16… attributed to Charles K. Wilkinson — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on Paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 38 cm (14 15/16 in); w. 46.5 cm (18 5/16 in) scale 1:1 framed: h. 41.3 cm (16 1/4 in); w. 49.5 cm (19 1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair?

Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair created?

Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair made from?

Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair originate?

Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair originates from Egypt.

Is Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair in the public domain?

Facsimile of a painting in the tomb of Nebamun: dog seated beneath Its owner's chair 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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