"Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1700 B.C.

"Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck is a egyptian art from Egypt (Late Dynasty 13-early Dynasty 17) created in ca. 1700 B.C. using pottery, smoke blackening, white gypsum measuring H. 9 cm (3 9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery, smoke blackening, white gypsum
DimensionsH. 9 cm (3 9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1923
Dateca. 1700 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom–Early New Kingdom 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 "Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck?

"Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck created?

"Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck dates to ca. 1700 B.C..

What material is "Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck made from?

"Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck is crafted from pottery, smoke blackening, white gypsum.

Where does "Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck originate?

"Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck originates from Egypt.

Is "Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck in the public domain?

"Tell el-Yahudiya" Vase in the Shape of a Duck is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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