Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1580–1479 B.C.

Linen fragments is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17–18) created in ca. 1580–1479 B.C. using linen measuring A: L. 10 × W. 10 cm (3 15/16 × 3 15/16 in.); B: L. 17 × W… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLinen
DimensionsA: L. 10 × W. 10 cm (3 15/16 × 3 15/16 in.); B: L. 17 × W. 5 cm (6 11/16 × 1 15/16 in.); C: L. 13 × W. 5 cm (5 1/8 × 1 15/16 in.); D: L. 12 × W. 7 cm (4 3/4 × 2 3/4 in.); E: L. 15 × W. 7 cm (5 7/8 × 2 3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1932
Dateca. 1580–1479 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 17–18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1580 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Linen fragments?

Linen fragments is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Linen fragments created?

Linen fragments dates to ca. 1580–1479 B.C..

What material is Linen fragments made from?

Linen fragments is crafted from linen.

Where does Linen fragments originate?

Linen fragments originates from Egypt.

Is Linen fragments in the public domain?

Linen fragments 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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