Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19–20) created in ca. 1295–1070 B.C. using glass measuring b) l. 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in) c) l. 2.1 cm (13/16 in) f) l. 3 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlass
Dimensionsb) l. 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in) c) l. 2.1 cm (13/16 in) f) l. 3 cm (1 3/16 in) g) l. 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in) h) l. 2.5 cm (1 in) i) l. 1.7 cm (11/16 in) j) l. 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in) k) l. 2 cm (13/16 in) n) l. 1.6 cm (5/8 in) o) l. 2.2 cm (7/8 in) q) l. 1.7 cm (11/16 in) r) l. 2.3 cm (7/8 in) s) l. 0.8 cm (5/16 in) u) l. 2.5 cm (1 in) v) l. 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in) w) l. 2 cm (13/16 in) x) l. 1.6 cm (5/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1911
Dateca. 1295–1070 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19–20 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1295 BC – 1070 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass?

Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass created?

Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass dates to ca. 1295–1070 B.C..

What material is Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass made from?

Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass is crafted from glass.

Where does Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass originate?

Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass originates from Egypt.

Is Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass in the public domain?

Rods in Various Shades of Blue Glass 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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