Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art

Ring with Cat and Kittens is a egyptian art from Egypt using faience measuring bezel: L. 1.6 × W. 1.3 × H. 1.7 cm (5/8 × 1/2 × 11/16 in.)… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
Dimensionsbezel: L. 1.6 × W. 1.3 × H. 1.7 cm (5/8 × 1/2 × 11/16 in.); Diam. (inner): 1.9 cm (3/4 in.); L. of shank (papyrus): 6.3 cm (2 1/2 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Patricia A. Cotti and Friends of Egyptian Art Gifts, 2017

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Ramesside/Third Intermediate Period period.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ring with Cat and Kittens?

Ring with Cat and Kittens is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What material is Ring with Cat and Kittens made from?

Ring with Cat and Kittens is crafted from faience.

Where does Ring with Cat and Kittens originate?

Ring with Cat and Kittens originates from Egypt.

Is Ring with Cat and Kittens in the public domain?

Ring with Cat and Kittens 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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