Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1353–1336 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster), carnelian, obsidian,gold, and colored glass… measuring H. 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.); W. 3 cm (1 3/16 in.); D. 1.9 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTravertine (Egyptian alabaster), carnelian, obsidian,gold, and colored glass inlay
DimensionsH. 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.); W. 3 cm (1 3/16 in.); D. 1.9 cm (3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1940
Dateca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Amarna Period period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1353 BC – 1336 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess?

Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess created?

Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess dates to ca. 1353–1336 B.C..

What material is Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess made from?

Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster), carnelian, obsidian,gold, and colored glass inlay.

Where does Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess originate?

Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess originates from Egypt.

Is Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess in the public domain?

Perfume bottle in the shape of a hes-vase inlaid with the figure of a princess 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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