Egyptian Artca. 1353–1336 B.C.Relief with a bird is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1353–1336 B.C. using limestone, paint (mostly modern) measuring 9 x 20 1/2 in. (22.8 x 52 cm) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone, paint (mostly modern) |
| Dimensions | 9 x 20 1/2 in. (22.8 x 52 cm) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, The Joseph Rosen Foundation Inc. Gift, Ludlow Bull and Rogers Funds, and Lila Acheson Wallace, Schimmel Foundation Inc.,and Nathaniel Spear Jr. Gifts, 1992 |
| Date | ca. 1353–1336 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom, Amarna Period period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1353 BC.
Geography
Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Relief with a bird?
Relief with a bird is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Relief with a bird created?
Relief with a bird dates to ca. 1353–1336 B.C..
What material is Relief with a bird made from?
Relief with a bird is crafted from limestone, paint (mostly modern).
Where does Relief with a bird originate?
Relief with a bird originates from Egypt.
Is Relief with a bird in the public domain?
Relief with a bird is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026