Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1981–1975 B.C.

Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12) created in ca. 1981–1975 B.C. using linen, ink measuring folded pad: l. 40 cm (14 3/4 in); w. 20 cm (7 7/8… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLinen, ink
Dimensionsfolded pad: l. 40 cm (14 3/4 in); w. 20 cm (7 7/8 in) shawl: l. 256 + 20 cm (108 11/16 in); w. 96 cm + 3 cm fringe (39 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1940
Dateca. 1981–1975 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1981 BC – 1975 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl?

Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl created?

Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl dates to ca. 1981–1975 B.C..

What material is Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl made from?

Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl is crafted from linen, ink.

Where does Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl originate?

Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl originates from Egypt.

Is Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl in the public domain?

Pad of Linen Made of a Folded Shawl 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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