Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1352–1336 B.C.

Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1352–1336 B.C. using indurated limestone measuring H. 11.5 x W. 7.5 x D. 15 cm; cartouche W. 2.7 cm — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIndurated limestone
DimensionsH. 11.5 x W. 7.5 x D. 15 cm; cartouche W. 2.7 cm
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineHarris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1957
Dateca. 1352–1336 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Amarna Period period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1352 BC – 1336 BC.

Geography

Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate?

Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate created?

Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate dates to ca. 1352–1336 B.C..

What material is Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate made from?

Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate is crafted from indurated limestone.

Where does Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate originate?

Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate originates from Egypt.

Is Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate in the public domain?

Left shoulder with Aten cartouches, possibly from Akhenaten or Nefertiti prostrate 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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