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

Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer is a egyptian art from Egypt (mid-Dynasty 20) created in ca. 1186–1070 B.C. using limestone, ink measuring h. 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in); w. 4.9 cm (1 15/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, ink
Dimensionsh. 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in); w. 4.9 cm (1 15/16 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 mid-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 with the Name of Hornefer?

Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer created?

Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer dates to ca. 1186–1070 B.C..

What material is Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer made from?

Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer is crafted from limestone, ink.

Where does Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer originate?

Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer originates from Egypt.

Is Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer in the public domain?

Ostracon with the Name of Hornefer 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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