Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy)
Flag of EgyptEgyptian 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

MediumTravertine (Egyptian alabaster)
DimensionsJar 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.).
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1910
Date664–525 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. Flag of 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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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