Egyptian Artca. 1400 B.C.Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images is a egyptian art from Egypt (mid-Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1400 B.C. using steatite, glazed measuring H. 6 cm (2 3/8 in); w. 4 cm (1 9/16 in); d. 3.6 cm (1 7/16… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, glazed |
| Dimensions | H. 6 cm (2 3/8 in); w. 4 cm (1 9/16 in); d. 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926 |
| Date | ca. 1400 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the mid-Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images?
Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images created?
Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images dates to ca. 1400 B.C..
What material is Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images made from?
Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images is crafted from steatite, glazed.
Where does Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images originate?
Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images originates from Egypt.
Is Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images in the public domain?
Kohl Container Decorated with Bes-images is in the public domain and can be freely used.