Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1352 B.C.

Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1352 B.C. using faience measuring H. 14 cm (5 1/2 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsH. 14 cm (5 1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1390–1352 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

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

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital?

Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital created?

Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital dates to ca. 1390–1352 B.C..

What material is Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital made from?

Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital is crafted from faience.

Where does Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital originate?

Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital originates from Egypt.

Is Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital in the public domain?

Kohl Tube in the Shape of a Column with a Palm Leaf Capital 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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