Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1353–1336 B.C. using red quartzite measuring H. 14 x W. 15.7 x D. 6 cm; cartouche W. 1.6 cm — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumRed quartzite
DimensionsH. 14 x W. 15.7 x D. 6 cm; cartouche W. 1.6 cm
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineHarris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1957
Dateca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Amarna Period period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1353 BC – 1336 BC.

Geography

Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt?

Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt created?

Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt dates to ca. 1353–1336 B.C..

What material is Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt made from?

Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt is crafted from red quartzite.

Where does Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt originate?

Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt originates from Egypt.

Is Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt in the public domain?

Fragment of the waist area of the king bending forward, Aten cartouches on the belt 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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