Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1700 B.C.

Statuette of the Vizier Iuy is a egyptian art from Egypt (Late Dynasty 13-early Dynasty 17) created in ca. 1700 B.C. using limestone measuring H. 16.3 × W. 5.4 × D. 7.5 cm (6 7/16 × 2 1/8 × 2 15/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone
DimensionsH. 16.3 × W. 5.4 × D. 7.5 cm (6 7/16 × 2 1/8 × 2 15/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1923
Dateca. 1700 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period period, during the Late Dynasty 13-early Dynasty 17 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1700 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Statuette of the Vizier Iuy?

Statuette of the Vizier Iuy is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Statuette of the Vizier Iuy created?

Statuette of the Vizier Iuy dates to ca. 1700 B.C..

What material is Statuette of the Vizier Iuy made from?

Statuette of the Vizier Iuy is crafted from limestone.

Where does Statuette of the Vizier Iuy originate?

Statuette of the Vizier Iuy originates from Egypt.

Is Statuette of the Vizier Iuy in the public domain?

Statuette of the Vizier Iuy 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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