Egypt · New Kingdom ? · ca. 1550–1295 B.C.
Egyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.Jug is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using pottery measuring 3 to 12.5 cm x Diam. 4.4 to 14 cm — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Pottery |
| Dimensions | 3 to 12.5 cm x Diam. 4.4 to 14 cm |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1926 |
| Date | ca. 1550–1295 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom ? period. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Jug?
Jug is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Jug created?
Jug dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..
What material is Jug made from?
Jug is crafted from pottery.
Where does Jug originate?
Jug originates from Egypt.
Is Jug in the public domain?
Jug is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026