Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using linen, paint measuring W. 25.4 × H. 14 cm (10 × 5 1/2 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLinen, paint
DimensionsW. 25.4 × H. 14 cm (10 × 5 1/2 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Egypt Exploration Fund, 1907
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor?

Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor created?

Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor made from?

Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor is crafted from linen, paint.

Where does Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor originate?

Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor originates from Egypt.

Is Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor in the public domain?

Painted Cloth Dedicated to Hathor 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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