Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1425 B.C.

By Charles K. Wilkinson

Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1425 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 47.5 cm (18 11/16 in); w. 31 cm (12 3/16… attributed to Charles K. Wilkinson — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 47.5 cm (18 11/16 in); w. 31 cm (12 3/16 in) scale 1:1 framed: h. 50.8 cm (20 in); w. 34.3 cm (13 1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1479–1425 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1479 BC – 1425 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat?

Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat created?

Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat dates to ca. 1479–1425 B.C..

What material is Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat made from?

Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat originate?

Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat originates from Egypt.

Is Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat in the public domain?

Hippopotamus in a Marsh Scene, Tomb of Amenehhat 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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