Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1336 B.C.

Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1336 B.C. using glass measuring h. 10.6 cm (4 3/16 in.); w. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlass
Dimensionsh. 10.6 cm (4 3/16 in.); w. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1390–1336 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC – 1336 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column?

Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column created?

Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column dates to ca. 1390–1336 B.C..

What material is Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column made from?

Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column is crafted from glass.

Where does Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column originate?

Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column originates from Egypt.

Is Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column in the public domain?

Kohl Tube in the form of a Palm Column 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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