Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art664–589 B.C.

Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 26) created in 664–589 B.C. using glazed limestone measuring L. 6.8 × W. 4.4 cm (2 11/16 × 1 3/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlazed limestone
DimensionsL. 6.8 × W. 4.4 cm (2 11/16 × 1 3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Date664–589 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Period, Saite period, during the Dynasty 26 dynasty. The estimated date range is 664 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II?

Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II created?

Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II dates to 664–589 B.C..

What material is Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II made from?

Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II is crafted from glazed limestone.

Where does Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II originate?

Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II originates from Egypt.

Is Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II in the public domain?

Menat fragment, Psamtik I or II 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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