Egyptian Artca. 1194–1188 B.C.Canopic chest, Tiye (?) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1194–1188 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Travertine (Egyptian alabaster) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914 |
| Date | ca. 1194–1188 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1194 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Canopic chest, Tiye (?)?
Canopic chest, Tiye (?) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Canopic chest, Tiye (?) created?
Canopic chest, Tiye (?) dates to ca. 1194–1188 B.C..
What material is Canopic chest, Tiye (?) made from?
Canopic chest, Tiye (?) is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).
Where does Canopic chest, Tiye (?) originate?
Canopic chest, Tiye (?) originates from Egypt.
Is Canopic chest, Tiye (?) in the public domain?
Canopic chest, Tiye (?) 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