Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1400 B.C.

Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1400 B.C. using sandstone measuring H. 30 cm (11 13/16 in.); W. 48 cm (18 7/8 in.); D. 16 cm (6… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSandstone
DimensionsH. 30 cm (11 13/16 in.); W. 48 cm (18 7/8 in.); D. 16 cm (6 5/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineMuseum Accession
Dateca. 1550–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1400 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns?

Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns created?

Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns dates to ca. 1550–1400 B.C..

What material is Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns made from?

Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns is crafted from sandstone.

Where does Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns originate?

Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns originates from Egypt.

Is Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns in the public domain?

Niche Stela with a Man Reciting individual offering Solar Hymns 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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