Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Gold fragments (dish) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using gold leaf measuring various — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold leaf
Dimensionsvarious
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Foulds, 1925
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Gold fragments (dish)?

Gold fragments (dish) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Gold fragments (dish) created?

Gold fragments (dish) dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Gold fragments (dish) made from?

Gold fragments (dish) is crafted from gold leaf.

Where does Gold fragments (dish) originate?

Gold fragments (dish) originates from Egypt.

Is Gold fragments (dish) in the public domain?

Gold fragments (dish) 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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