Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1186–1070 B.C.

Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 20) created in ca. 1186–1070 B.C. using limestone, ink, paint measuring l. 10 cm (3 15/16 in); w. 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, ink, paint
Dimensionsl. 10 cm (3 15/16 in); w. 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1909
Dateca. 1186–1070 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 20 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1186 BC – 1070 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names?

Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names created?

Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names dates to ca. 1186–1070 B.C..

What material is Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names made from?

Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names is crafted from limestone, ink, paint.

Where does Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names originate?

Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names originates from Egypt.

Is Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names in the public domain?

Ostracon Inscribed with a List of Names 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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