Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2030-2000 B.C.

Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2030-2000 B.C. using limestone measuring 10 1/16 × 10 1/16 × 4 5/16 in. (25.5 × 25.5 × 11 cm) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone
Dimensions10 1/16 × 10 1/16 × 4 5/16 in. (25.5 × 25.5 × 11 cm)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineThe Trustees of the British Museum, London
Dateca. 2030-2000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2035 BC – 2025 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary?

Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary created?

Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary dates to ca. 2030-2000 B.C..

What material is Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary made from?

Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary is crafted from limestone.

Where does Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary originate?

Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary originates from Egypt.

Is Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary in the public domain?

Relief of a Captive Foreign Woman and Child and a Nubian Mercenary 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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