Egyptian Art200 BC–100 ADInlay, profile bust fitted from sections is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 200 BC–100 AD using glass measuring H. 2.9 × W. 1.8 cm (1 1/8 × 11/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Glass |
| Dimensions | H. 2.9 × W. 1.8 cm (1 1/8 × 11/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917 |
| Date | 200 BC–100 AD |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Ptolemaic Period–Roman Period period. The estimated date range is 200 BC – 100.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections?
Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections created?
Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections dates to 200 BC–100 AD.
What material is Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections made from?
Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections is crafted from glass.
Where does Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections originate?
Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections originates from Egypt.
Is Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections in the public domain?
Inlay, profile bust fitted from sections is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026