Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 20) created in ca. 1295–1070 B.C. using faience — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1935
Dateca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 20 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1295 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval?

Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval created?

Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval dates to ca. 1295–1070 B.C..

What material is Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval made from?

Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval is crafted from faience.

Where does Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval originate?

Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval originates from Egypt.

Is Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval in the public domain?

Foundation Deposit Plaque, oval 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

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