Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1323–1295 B.C., possibly

Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, late, or early 19) created in ca. 1323–1295 B.C., possibly using papyrus, ink — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPapyrus, ink
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1921
Dateca. 1323–1295 B.C., possibly

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18, late, or early 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1323 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy?

Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy created?

Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy dates to ca. 1323–1295 B.C., possibly.

What material is Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy made from?

Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy is crafted from papyrus, ink.

Where does Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy originate?

Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy originates from Egypt.

Is Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy in the public domain?

Papyrus fragments from the Book of the Dead of the Scribe Roy 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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