Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19–20) created in ca. 1295–1070 B.C. using limestone, ink, paint measuring l. 8 cm (3 1/8 in); w. 9 cm (3 9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, ink, paint
Dimensionsl. 8 cm (3 1/8 in); w. 9 cm (3 9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1909
Dateca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19–20 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1295 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides?

Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides created?

Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides dates to ca. 1295–1070 B.C..

What material is Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides made from?

Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides is crafted from limestone, ink, paint.

Where does Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides originate?

Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides originates from Egypt.

Is Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides in the public domain?

Hieratic ostracon with weight? record in red on both sides 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

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