Kohl tube, incised
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

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

About This Artwork

MediumBlue faience
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
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: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Kohl tube, incised?

Kohl tube, incised is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Kohl tube, incised created?

Kohl tube, incised dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Kohl tube, incised made from?

Kohl tube, incised is crafted from blue faience.

Where does Kohl tube, incised originate?

Kohl tube, incised originates from Egypt.

Is Kohl tube, incised in the public domain?

Kohl tube, incised 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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