Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1400 B.C.

By Charles K. Wilkinson

Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1400 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring Facsimile: H. 36 × W. 54 cm (14 3/16 × 21 1/4 in.); scale… attributed to Charles K. Wilkinson — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
DimensionsFacsimile: H. 36 × W. 54 cm (14 3/16 × 21 1/4 in.); scale 1:1; Framed: H. 39.2 × W. 57.8 cm (15 7/16 × 22 3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1479–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1479 BC – 1400 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun?

Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun created?

Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun dates to ca. 1479–1400 B.C..

What material is Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun made from?

Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun originate?

Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun originates from Egypt.

Is Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun in the public domain?

Qenamun and His Wife, Tomb of Qenamun 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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