Jar, painted
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1500–1400 B.C.

Jar, painted is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1500–1400 B.C. using pottery, red, black paint measuring H. 7 cm (2 3/4 in); Diam. 8 cm (3 1/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery, red, black paint
DimensionsH. 7 cm (2 3/4 in); Diam. 8 cm (3 1/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1912
Dateca. 1500–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1500 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Jar, painted?

Jar, painted is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Jar, painted created?

Jar, painted dates to ca. 1500–1400 B.C..

What material is Jar, painted made from?

Jar, painted is crafted from pottery, red, black paint.

Where does Jar, painted originate?

Jar, painted originates from Egypt.

Is Jar, painted in the public domain?

Jar, painted 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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