Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1635–1458 B.C.

Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17–Early Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1635–1458 B.C. using ivory, copper alloy, modern wood measuring L. 25 cm (9 13/16 in.); w. 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in.); h. 5 cm (1… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory, copper alloy, modern wood
DimensionsL. 25 cm (9 13/16 in.); w. 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in.); h. 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1916
Dateca. 1635–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 17–Early Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1635 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares?

Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares created?

Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares dates to ca. 1635–1458 B.C..

What material is Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares made from?

Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares is crafted from ivory, copper alloy, modern wood.

Where does Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares originate?

Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares originates from Egypt.

Is Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares in the public domain?

Game Box for Playing Senet and Twenty Squares 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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