Egyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.Food, dates, raisens is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using organic material — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Organic material |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1927 |
| Date | ca. 1550–1295 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Food, dates, raisens?
Food, dates, raisens is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Food, dates, raisens created?
Food, dates, raisens dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..
What material is Food, dates, raisens made from?
Food, dates, raisens is crafted from organic material.
Where does Food, dates, raisens originate?
Food, dates, raisens originates from Egypt.
Is Food, dates, raisens in the public domain?
Food, dates, raisens 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