Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1458 B.C.

Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1458 B.C. using leather (deerskin), paint measuring leather: h. 16 cm (6 5/16 in); w. 18 cm (7 1/16 in) frame… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLeather (deerskin), paint
Dimensionsleather: h. 16 cm (6 5/16 in); w. 18 cm (7 1/16 in) frame: h. 19.5 cm (7 11/16 in); w. 22.4 cm (8 13/16 in); th. .5 cm (3/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1931
Dateca. 1550–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene?

Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene created?

Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene dates to ca. 1550–1458 B.C..

What material is Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene made from?

Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene is crafted from leather (deerskin), paint.

Where does Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene originate?

Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene originates from Egypt.

Is Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene in the public domain?

Fragment of a Leather Hanging(?) with an Erotic Scene is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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