Egyptian 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
| Medium | Gold leaf |
| Dimensions | various |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Foulds, 1925 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
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