Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Pair Statue of a Man and Wife is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using granodiorite measuring H. 27.2 × W. 15.7 × D. 13 cm (10 11/16 × 6 3/16 × 5 1/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGranodiorite
DimensionsH. 27.2 × W. 15.7 × D. 13 cm (10 11/16 × 6 3/16 × 5 1/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. S. W. Straus, 1925
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pair Statue of a Man and Wife?

Pair Statue of a Man and Wife is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pair Statue of a Man and Wife created?

Pair Statue of a Man and Wife dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Pair Statue of a Man and Wife made from?

Pair Statue of a Man and Wife is crafted from granodiorite.

Where does Pair Statue of a Man and Wife originate?

Pair Statue of a Man and Wife originates from Egypt.

Is Pair Statue of a Man and Wife in the public domain?

Pair Statue of a Man and Wife 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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