Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19–20) created in ca. 1295–1070 B.C. using limestone — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914
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: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh?

Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh created?

Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh dates to ca. 1295–1070 B.C..

What material is Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh made from?

Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh is crafted from limestone.

Where does Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh originate?

Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh originates from Egypt.

Is Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh in the public domain?

Ostracon with relief of bird and ankh 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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