Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1970–1917 B.C.

By Hugh R. Hopgood

Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12) created in ca. 1970–1917 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 32 cm (12 5/16 in); w. 57 cm (22 7/16… attributed to Hugh R. Hopgood — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 32 cm (12 5/16 in); w. 57 cm (22 7/16 in) scale 1:3 framed: h. 35.6 cm (14 in); w. 59.7 cm (23 1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1970–1917 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1970 BC – 1917 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet?

Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet created?

Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet dates to ca. 1970–1917 B.C..

What material is Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet made from?

Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet originate?

Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet originates from Egypt.

Is Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet in the public domain?

Priestesses and Dancers, Tomb of Senet 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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