Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1567–1482 B.C.

By Nina de Garis Davies

Seated Woman is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17–18) created in ca. 1567–1482 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 13 cm (5 1/8 in); w. 13.1 cm (5 3/16… attributed to Nina de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 13 cm (5 1/8 in); w. 13.1 cm (5 3/16 in) scale unknown (probably 1:1) framed: h.
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1948
Dateca. 1567–1482 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 17–18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1567 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Seated Woman?

Seated Woman is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Seated Woman created?

Seated Woman dates to ca. 1567–1482 B.C..

What material is Seated Woman made from?

Seated Woman is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Seated Woman originate?

Seated Woman originates from Egypt.

Is Seated Woman in the public domain?

Seated Woman 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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