Egyptian Artca. 1700-1550 B.C.Inlays from a Bed is a egyptian art from Sudan created in ca. 1700-1550 B.C. using hippopotamus ivory — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hippopotamus ivory |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition |
| Date | ca. 1700-1550 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Classic Kerma period. The estimated date range is 1705 BC – 1695 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Nubia, Sudan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Inlays from a Bed?
Inlays from a Bed is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Inlays from a Bed created?
Inlays from a Bed dates to ca. 1700-1550 B.C..
What material is Inlays from a Bed made from?
Inlays from a Bed is crafted from hippopotamus ivory.
Where does Inlays from a Bed originate?
Inlays from a Bed originates from Sudan.
Is Inlays from a Bed in the public domain?
Inlays from a Bed 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