Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art380–30 B.C.

Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 380–30 B.C. using glass — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlass
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1921
Date380–30 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 380 BC – 30 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand?

Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand created?

Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand dates to 380–30 B.C..

What material is Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand made from?

Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand is crafted from glass.

Where does Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand originate?

Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand originates from Egypt.

Is Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand in the public domain?

Inlay from shrine: arm with bent elbow and outstretched hand 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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