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

By Nina de Garis Davies

Stringing and Drilling Beads, 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. 27.5 cm (10 13/16 in); w. 62.5 cm (24 5/8… 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. 27.5 cm (10 13/16 in); w. 62.5 cm (24 5/8 in); scale 1:1 framed: h. 31.1 cm (12 1/4 in); w. 66 cm (26 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 Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire?

Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire created?

Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire dates to ca. 1504–1425 B.C..

What material is Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire made from?

Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire is crafted from paper, tempera paint, ink.

Where does Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire originate?

Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire originates from Egypt.

Is Stringing and Drilling Beads, Tomb of Rekhmire in the public domain?

Stringing and Drilling Beads, 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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