Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1427–1400 B.C.

Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1427–1400 B.C. using red porphyry measuring L. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumRed porphyry
DimensionsL. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1427–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1427 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl?

Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl created?

Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl dates to ca. 1427–1400 B.C..

What material is Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl made from?

Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl is crafted from red porphyry.

Where does Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl originate?

Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl originates from Egypt.

Is Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl in the public domain?

Fragment from a Mosaic Bowl 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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