Egyptian Artca. 1336–1327 B.C.Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1336–1327 B.C. using 09.184.214: papyrus, olive leaves, persea leaves, cornflowers, blue lotus… measuring 09.184.214: diam. 40 (15 3/4 in); d. 17 cm ( 6 11/16)… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | 09.184.214: Papyrus, olive leaves, persea leaves, cornflowers, blue lotus petals, Picris flowers, nightshade berries, faience, linen 09.184.215: Papyrus, olive leaves, cornflowers, linen 09.184.216: Papyrus, olive leaves, persea leaves, nightshade berries, celery (?), faience, linen dyed red |
| Dimensions | 09.184.214: diam. 40 (15 3/4 in); d. 17 cm ( 6 11/16); diam. of faience disk beads 0.5 cm (3/16 in) 09.184.215: diam. 44 cm (17 5/16 in); d. 15.5 cm (6 1/8 in) 09.184.216: diam. 47 cm (18 1/2 in); d. 17 cm (6 11/16 in); diam. disk beads 0.5 cm (3/16 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Theodore M. Davis, 1909 |
| Date | ca. 1336–1327 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1336 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache?
Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache created?
Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache dates to ca. 1336–1327 B.C..
What material is Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache made from?
Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache is crafted from 09.184.214: papyrus, olive leaves, persea leaves, cornflowers, blue lotus petals, picris flowers, nightshade berries, faience, linen 09.184.215: papyrus, olive leaves, cornflowers, linen 09.184.216: papyrus, olive leaves, persea leaves, nightshade berries, celery (?), faience, linen dyed red.
Where does Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache originate?
Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache originates from Egypt.
Is Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache in the public domain?
Floral Collars from Tutankhamun's Embalming Cache is in the public domain and can be freely used.