Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1550–1479 B.C.

Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon is a egyptian art from Egypt (Early Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1479 B.C. using wood, plaster, bitumen measuring L. 20.5 cm (8 1/16 in.); W. 11 cm (4 5/16 in.); H. 10.5 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood, plaster, bitumen
DimensionsL. 20.5 cm (8 1/16 in.); W. 11 cm (4 5/16 in.); H. 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.); D. 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.); Th. 2 cm (13/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1919
Dateca. 1550–1479 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Early Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1479 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon?

Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon created?

Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon dates to ca. 1550–1479 B.C..

What material is Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon made from?

Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon is crafted from wood, plaster, bitumen.

Where does Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon originate?

Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon originates from Egypt.

Is Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon in the public domain?

Food Case Probably Containing a Preserved Pigeon 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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