Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19–20) created in ca. 1295–1070 B.C. using limestone, paint measuring H. 15 cm (5 7/8 in), w. 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, paint
DimensionsH. 15 cm (5 7/8 in), w. 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 1960
Dateca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19–20 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower?

Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower created?

Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower dates to ca. 1295–1070 B.C..

What material is Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower made from?

Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower is crafted from limestone, paint.

Where does Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower originate?

Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower originates from Egypt.

Is Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower in the public domain?

Ostracon depicting an animal fable or myth in the upper register and a princess (?) in the lower 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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