Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1878-1750 B.C.

Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby is a egyptian art from Egypt (late 12th - early 13th Dynasty) created in ca. 1878-1750 B.C. using wood measuring 7 3/4 × 2 5/8 × 2 in. (19.7 × 6.6 × 5.1 cm) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood
Dimensions7 3/4 × 2 5/8 × 2 in. (19.7 × 6.6 × 5.1 cm)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineThe Garstang Museum of Archaeology, University of Liverpool
Dateca. 1878-1750 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the late 12th - early 13th Dynasty dynasty. The estimated date range is 1883 BC – 1873 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby?

Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby created?

Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby dates to ca. 1878-1750 B.C..

What material is Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby made from?

Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby is crafted from wood.

Where does Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby originate?

Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby originates from Egypt.

Is Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby in the public domain?

Statuette of a Female Dwarf and Baby 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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