Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19–20) created in ca. 1295–1070 B.C. using pottery, ink measuring l. 32.5 cm (12 13/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery, ink
Dimensionsl. 32.5 cm (12 13/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914
Dateca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19–20 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription?

Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription created?

Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription dates to ca. 1295–1070 B.C..

What material is Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription made from?

Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription is crafted from pottery, ink.

Where does Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription originate?

Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription originates from Egypt.

Is Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription in the public domain?

Jar neck employed for hieratic inscription 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

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