Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1400–1390 B.C.

Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1400–1390 B.C. using faience measuring H. 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.); W. 16 cm (6 5/16 cm.); Th. 1.3 cm (5… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsH. 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.); W. 16 cm (6 5/16 cm.); Th. 1.3 cm (5 3/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Dateca. 1400–1390 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1400 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus?

Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus created?

Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus dates to ca. 1400–1390 B.C..

What material is Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus made from?

Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus is crafted from faience.

Where does Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus originate?

Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus originates from Egypt.

Is Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus in the public domain?

Inlay tablet from lid of box containing papyrus 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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