Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1640–1504 B.C.

Kohl jar is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17–18) created in ca. 1640–1504 B.C. using pottery gulleh ware measuring H. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery gulleh ware
DimensionsH. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1932
Dateca. 1640–1504 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 17–18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1640 BC – 1504 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Kohl jar?

Kohl jar is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Kohl jar created?

Kohl jar dates to ca. 1640–1504 B.C..

What material is Kohl jar made from?

Kohl jar is crafted from pottery gulleh ware.

Where does Kohl jar originate?

Kohl jar originates from Egypt.

Is Kohl jar in the public domain?

Kohl jar 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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