Egyptian Artca. 800–650 BCCanopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 800–650 BC using limestone measuring Jar: H. 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.); d. 18.1 cm (7 1/8 in.); diam… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone |
| Dimensions | Jar: H. 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.); d. 18.1 cm (7 1/8 in.); diam. of mouth 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in.); diam. of base 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.); circ. 47.8 cm (19 3/16 in.); Lid: H. 14.2 cm (5 9/16 in.); w. 12.3 cm (4 13/16 in.); d. 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); diam. of foot 7 cm (2 3/4 in.); Jar with Lid: H. 39.6 cm (15 9/16 in.); greatest diam. 15.7 cm (6 3/16 in.); Jar with Lid: H. 39.6 cm (15 9/16 in.); greatest diam. 15.7 cm (6 3/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1913 |
| Date | ca. 800–650 BC |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Third Intermediate Period period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 650 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy)?
Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) created?
Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) dates to ca. 800–650 BC.
What material is Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) made from?
Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) is crafted from limestone.
Where does Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) originate?
Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) originates from Egypt.
Is Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) in the public domain?
Canopic jar with head of baboon (Hapy) is in the public domain and can be freely used.