Egyptian Art664–525 B.C.Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 26) created in 664–525 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) measuring Jar with Lid: H. 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in); greatest diam. 23 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Travertine (Egyptian alabaster) |
| Dimensions | Jar with Lid: H. 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in); greatest diam. 23 cm (9 1/16 in) Jar: H. 28.5cm (11 1/4 in.); depth (inside) 25.7 cm (10 1/8 in.); base diam. 14.4 cm (5 11/16 in.); rim diam. 13.6 cm (5 3/8 in.); circ. 72.2 cm (28 7/16 in.) Lid: H. 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.); w. 16.9 cm (6 5/8 in.); d. 18.2 cm (7 3/16 in.); foot diam. 12.8 cm (7 3/16 in.). |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Theodore M. Davis, 1910 |
| Date | 664–525 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Period, Saite period, during the Dynasty 26 dynasty. The estimated date range is 664 BC – 688 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy)?
Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) created?
Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) dates to 664–525 B.C..
What material is Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) made from?
Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).
Where does Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) originate?
Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) originates from Egypt.
Is Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) in the public domain?
Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy) is in the public domain and can be freely used.