Egyptian Artca. 1194–1188 B.C.Fragment from the lip of a canopic box is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1194–1188 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) measuring H. 7 cm (2 3/4 in); w. 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in); th. 5.5 cm (2… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Travertine (Egyptian alabaster) |
| Dimensions | H. 7 cm (2 3/4 in); w. 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in); th. 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914 |
| Date | ca. 1194–1188 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1194 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Fragment from the lip of a canopic box?
Fragment from the lip of a canopic box is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fragment from the lip of a canopic box created?
Fragment from the lip of a canopic box dates to ca. 1194–1188 B.C..
What material is Fragment from the lip of a canopic box made from?
Fragment from the lip of a canopic box is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).
Where does Fragment from the lip of a canopic box originate?
Fragment from the lip of a canopic box originates from Egypt.
Is Fragment from the lip of a canopic box in the public domain?
Fragment from the lip of a canopic box is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.