Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1425 B.C.

Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1425 B.C. using crystalline travertine jar, limestone lid measuring H. 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in); diam. 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in) lid: diam… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCrystalline travertine jar, limestone lid
DimensionsH. 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in); diam. 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in) lid: diam. 5.7 cm (2 1/4 in); 1.8 cm (11/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1919–1920
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 Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III?

Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III created?

Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III dates to ca. 1479–1425 B.C..

What material is Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III made from?

Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III is crafted from crystalline travertine jar, limestone lid.

Where does Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III originate?

Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III originates from Egypt.

Is Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III in the public domain?

Inscribed shoulder jar with cartouche of Thutmose III 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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