Egyptian Art|ca. 1550–1479 B.C.Half of a Case for Storing Meat is a egyptian art from Egypt (Early Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1479 B.C. using wood, stucco, beeswax, pistacia resin measuring L. 49 cm(19 5/16 in.); W. 31 cm (12 3/16 in.); Th. 2.5 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood, stucco, beeswax, pistacia resin |
| Dimensions | L. 49 cm(19 5/16 in.); W. 31 cm (12 3/16 in.); Th. 2.5 cm (1 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1919 |
| Date | ca. 1550–1479 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Early Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1479 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Half of a Case for Storing Meat?
Half of a Case for Storing Meat is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Half of a Case for Storing Meat created?
Half of a Case for Storing Meat dates to ca. 1550–1479 B.C..
What material is Half of a Case for Storing Meat made from?
Half of a Case for Storing Meat is crafted from wood, stucco, beeswax, pistacia resin.
Where does Half of a Case for Storing Meat originate?
Half of a Case for Storing Meat originates from Egypt.
Is Half of a Case for Storing Meat in the public domain?
Half of a Case for Storing Meat is in the public domain and can be freely used.