Kohl Tube and Stick
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1635–1458 B.C.

Kohl Tube and Stick is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17–18) created in ca. 1635–1458 B.C. using wood measuring H. 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood
DimensionsH. 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1916
Dateca. 1635–1458 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 1635 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Kohl Tube and Stick?

Kohl Tube and Stick is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Kohl Tube and Stick created?

Kohl Tube and Stick dates to ca. 1635–1458 B.C..

What material is Kohl Tube and Stick made from?

Kohl Tube and Stick is crafted from wood.

Where does Kohl Tube and Stick originate?

Kohl Tube and Stick originates from Egypt.

Is Kohl Tube and Stick in the public domain?

Kohl Tube and Stick 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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