Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret)
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1352 B.C.

Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1352 B.C. using porphyritic diorite measuring H. 53.6 cm (21 1/8 in.); W. 28 cm (11 in.); D. 33 cm (13… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPorphyritic diorite
DimensionsH. 53.6 cm (21 1/8 in.); W. 28 cm (11 in.); D. 33 cm (13 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1919
Dateca. 1390–1352 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret)?

Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) created?

Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) dates to ca. 1390–1352 B.C..

What material is Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) made from?

Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) is crafted from porphyritic diorite.

Where does Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) originate?

Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) originates from Egypt.

Is Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) in the public domain?

Head of a Cow Goddess (Hathor or Mehetweret) 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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