Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1427–1400 B.C.

By Hugh R. Hopgood|Nina de Garis Davies|Norman de Garis Davies

Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1427–1400 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 40 cm (15 3/4 in); w. 56.5 cm (22 1/4… attributed to Hugh R. Hopgood|Nina de Garis Davies|Norman de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 40 cm (15 3/4 in); w. 56.5 cm (22 1/4 in) scale 1:3 framed: h. 41.9 cm (16 1/2 in); w. 60.6 cm (23 7/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1427–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1427 BC – 1400 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun?

Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun created?

Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun dates to ca. 1427–1400 B.C..

What material is Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun made from?

Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun originate?

Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun originates from Egypt.

Is Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun in the public domain?

Lunette Over a Door, Tomb of Nebamun 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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