Egypt · Dynasty 18 · ca. 1550–1295 B.C.
Egyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.Weight is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using black stone — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Black stone |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914 |
| Date | ca. 1550–1295 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Weight?
Weight is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Weight created?
Weight dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..
What material is Weight made from?
Weight is crafted from black stone.
Where does Weight originate?
Weight originates from Egypt.
Is Weight in the public domain?
Weight 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