Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1492–1473 B.C.

Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1492–1473 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) measuring h. 23 cm (9 1/16 in.); greatest diam. 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTravertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensionsh. 23 cm (9 1/16 in.); greatest diam. 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); diam. of mouth 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1919
Dateca. 1492–1473 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1492 BC – 1473 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen?

Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen created?

Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen dates to ca. 1492–1473 B.C..

What material is Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen made from?

Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).

Where does Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen originate?

Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen originates from Egypt.

Is Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen in the public domain?

Piriform Jar Inscribed with Hatshepsut's Titles as Queen 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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