Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1504–1425 B.C.

By Nina de Garis Davies

Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1504–1425 B.C. using paper, tempera paint, ink measuring facsimile: h. 25 cm (9 13/16 in); w. 39.5 cm (15 9/16… attributed to Nina de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPaper, tempera paint, ink
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 25 cm (9 13/16 in); w. 39.5 cm (15 9/16 in) scale 1:1 framed: h. 27.9 cm (11 in); w. 43.2 cm (17 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1931
Dateca. 1504–1425 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1504 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire?

Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire created?

Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire dates to ca. 1504–1425 B.C..

What material is Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire made from?

Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire is crafted from paper, tempera paint, ink.

Where does Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire originate?

Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire originates from Egypt.

Is Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire in the public domain?

Stone Cutters Measuring a Block, Tomb of Rekhmire 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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