Egyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.Sample of Cloth is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using linen measuring 0.098m x 0.10m — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Linen |
| Dimensions | 0.098m x 0.10m |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of George F. Baker, 1890 |
| 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 Sample of Cloth?
Sample of Cloth is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sample of Cloth created?
Sample of Cloth dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..
What material is Sample of Cloth made from?
Sample of Cloth is crafted from linen.
Where does Sample of Cloth originate?
Sample of Cloth originates from Egypt.
Is Sample of Cloth in the public domain?
Sample of Cloth is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026