Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Kohl jar lid, cartouche is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using glazed faience — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlazed faience
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Kohl jar lid, cartouche?

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

When was Kohl jar lid, cartouche created?

Kohl jar lid, cartouche dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Kohl jar lid, cartouche made from?

Kohl jar lid, cartouche is crafted from glazed faience.

Where does Kohl jar lid, cartouche originate?

Kohl jar lid, cartouche originates from Egypt.

Is Kohl jar lid, cartouche in the public domain?

Kohl jar lid, cartouche 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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