Egyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using glass — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Glass |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment?
Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment created?
Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..
What material is Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment made from?
Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment is crafted from glass.
Where does Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment originate?
Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment originates from Egypt.
Is Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment in the public domain?
Kohl tube, palm column (?) fragment 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