Egyptian Art|ca. 1550–1479 B.C.Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose is a egyptian art from Egypt (Early Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1479 B.C. using wood, stucco, bitumen measuring L. 50.5 cm ( 19 7/8 in.); W. 25 cm (9 13/16 in.); Th… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood, stucco, bitumen |
| Dimensions | L. 50.5 cm ( 19 7/8 in.); W. 25 cm (9 13/16 in.); Th. 1.5-1.7 cm (11/16 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 Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose?
Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose created?
Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose dates to ca. 1550–1479 B.C..
What material is Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose made from?
Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose is crafted from wood, stucco, bitumen.
Where does Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose originate?
Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose originates from Egypt.
Is Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose in the public domain?
Half of a Food Case Containing a Preserved Goose is in the public domain and can be freely used.