Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art200 B.C.–A.D. 50

Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 200 B.C.–A.D. 50 using bronze measuring Height: 4 3/4 in. (12 cm) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze
DimensionsHeight: 4 3/4 in. (12 cm)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Date200 B.C.–A.D. 50

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Ptolemaic or Roman Period period. The estimated date range is 200 BC – 50 AD.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot?

Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot created?

Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot dates to 200 B.C.–A.D. 50.

What material is Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot made from?

Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot is crafted from bronze.

Where does Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot originate?

Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot originates from Egypt.

Is Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot in the public domain?

Vessel support combining the upper body of Herakles and a lion's foot 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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