Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat. Dimensions: h. 14 (5 1/2 in.); l. 13.7 cm (5 3/8 in.); w. 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.). Dynasty: Dynasty 12, early. Date: ca. 1990-1900 B.C.. The cat first appears in painting and relief at the end of the Old Kingdom, an