Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1194–1188 B.C.

Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1194–1188 B.C. using limestone, ink — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, ink
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914
Dateca. 1194–1188 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1194 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets?

Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets created?

Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets dates to ca. 1194–1188 B.C..

What material is Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets made from?

Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets is crafted from limestone, ink.

Where does Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets originate?

Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets originates from Egypt.

Is Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets in the public domain?

Hieroglyph ostracon with royal epithets 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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