Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1295–1184 B.C.

Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 1295–1184 B.C. using faience measuring L. 3 cm (1 3/16 in); w. 2.1 cm (13/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsL. 3 cm (1 3/16 in); w. 2.1 cm (13/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1295–1184 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period. The estimated date range is 1295 BC – 1184 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III?

Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III created?

Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III dates to ca. 1295–1184 B.C..

What material is Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III made from?

Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III is crafted from faience.

Where does Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III originate?

Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III originates from Egypt.

Is Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III in the public domain?

Foundation Deposit Plaque with the name of Ramesses III 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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