Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1802–1450 B.C.

Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13–18, early) created in ca. 1802–1450 B.C. using low-fired whitish clay — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLow-fired whitish clay
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922
Dateca. 1802–1450 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Middle Kingdom–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 13–18, early dynasty. The estimated date range is 1802 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay?

Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay created?

Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay dates to ca. 1802–1450 B.C..

What material is Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay made from?

Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay is crafted from low-fired whitish clay.

Where does Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay originate?

Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay originates from Egypt.

Is Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay in the public domain?

Tray with cakes of low-fired? clay 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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