Egyptian Artca. 50 B.C.–50 A.D.Funerary Mask is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 50 B.C.–50 A.D. using gesso or mud?, paint measuring h. 38.5 cm (15 3/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | gesso or mud?, paint |
| Dimensions | h. 38.5 cm (15 3/16 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1900 |
| Date | ca. 50 B.C.–50 A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Ptolemaic or Roman Period period. The estimated date range is 50 BC – 50 AD.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Funerary Mask?
Funerary Mask is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Funerary Mask created?
Funerary Mask dates to ca. 50 B.C.–50 A.D..
What material is Funerary Mask made from?
Funerary Mask is crafted from gesso or mud?, paint.
Where does Funerary Mask originate?
Funerary Mask originates from Egypt.
Is Funerary Mask in the public domain?
Funerary Mask 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