When was "Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1990–1900 B.C..

What medium is "Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat"?

Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat is Travertine (Egyptian alabaster), copper, quartz crystal, paint.

Is "Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat" in the public domain?

Yes, Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat

Unknown Artist

ca. 1990–1900 B.C.

Medium

Travertine (Egyptian alabaster), copper, quartz crystal, paint

Dimensions

h. 14 (5 1/2 in.); l. 13.7 cm (5 3/8 in.); w. 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.)

Classification

Vessel, cat

Period

Middle Kingdom

Department

Egyptian Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Purchase, Lila Acheson Wallace Gift, 1990

Accession Number

1990.59.1

Tags

Cats

About this artwork

This work from Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12, early, dating to ca. 1990–1900 B.C., provides valuable insight into the artistic practices and material culture of its era. Created in travertine (egyptian alabaster), copper, quartz crystal, paint, this work embodies the material practices and technical knowledge of its era. Artists' choices of materials reflected both practical availability and symbolic associations, with different media carrying distinct cultural meanings and artistic possibilities. ...

Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat

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