Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1353 B.C. using glass measuring Greatest width: 3 cm (1 3/16 in), greatest thickness 1.3 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlass
DimensionsGreatest width: 3 cm (1 3/16 in), greatest thickness 1.3 cm (1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1911
Dateca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish?

Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish created?

Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish dates to ca. 1390–1353 B.C..

What material is Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish made from?

Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish is crafted from glass.

Where does Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish originate?

Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish originates from Egypt.

Is Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish in the public domain?

Fragment of Bottle in Shape of Fish 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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