Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.

By Howard Carter (British)

Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring Facsimile: H. 35.5 cm (17 15/16 in.); W. 34 cm (13 3/8… attributed to Howard Carter (British) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
DimensionsFacsimile: H. 35.5 cm (17 15/16 in.); W. 34 cm (13 3/8 in.) Scale 1:1 Framed: H. 47.3 cm (18 5/8 in.); W. 35.6 cm (14 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineBequest of Howard Carter, 1939
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb?

Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb created?

Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb made from?

Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb originate?

Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb originates from Egypt.

Is Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb in the public domain?

Hatshepsut's Grandmother, Seniseneb 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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