Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1353–1336 B.C. using limestone measuring h. 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.); w. 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone
Dimensionsh. 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.); w. 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1922
Dateca. 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 – 1336 BC.

Geography

Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs?

Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs created?

Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs dates to ca. 1353–1336 B.C..

What material is Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs made from?

Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs is crafted from limestone.

Where does Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs originate?

Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs originates from Egypt.

Is Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs in the public domain?

Sculptor's Trial Piece showing the lower part of a Nubian face and hieroglyphs 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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