Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1294–1279 B.C.

By Nina de Garis Davies

Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1294–1279 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring H. 16 cm (6 5/16 in); w. 17 cm (6 11/16 in) scale 1:1 attributed to Nina de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
DimensionsH. 16 cm (6 5/16 in); w. 17 cm (6 11/16 in) scale 1:1
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1294–1279 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1294 BC – 1279 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat?

Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat created?

Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat dates to ca. 1294–1279 B.C..

What material is Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat made from?

Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat originate?

Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat originates from Egypt.

Is Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat in the public domain?

Plants around a Pool, Tomb of Userhat 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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