Egyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.Rosettes is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using gold, gesso, carnelian, jasper, glass — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold, gesso, carnelian, jasper, glass |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Henry Walters and Edward S. Harkness Gifts, 1920 |
| Date | ca. 1550–1295 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Rosettes?
Rosettes is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Rosettes created?
Rosettes dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..
What material is Rosettes made from?
Rosettes is crafted from gold, gesso, carnelian, jasper, glass.
Where does Rosettes originate?
Rosettes originates from Egypt.
Is Rosettes in the public domain?
Rosettes 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