Egypt · Dynasty 19 · ca. 1279–1213 B.C.
Egyptian Artca. 1279–1213 B.C.Tile is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1279–1213 B.C. using faience measuring H. 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in.), W. 5 cm (1 15/16 in.), D. 2.5 cm (1… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Faience |
| Dimensions | H. 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in.), W. 5 cm (1 15/16 in.), D. 2.5 cm (1 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund, Edward S. Harkness Gift and by exchange, 1922, 1929, 1935 |
| Date | ca. 1279–1213 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1279 BC.
Geography
Origin: Eastern Delta, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tile?
Tile is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tile created?
Tile dates to ca. 1279–1213 B.C..
What material is Tile made from?
Tile is crafted from faience.
Where does Tile originate?
Tile originates from Egypt.
Is Tile in the public domain?
Tile 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