Egyptian Artca. 1640–1550 B.C.Coffin is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17) created in ca. 1640–1550 B.C. using sycomore wood, stucco, paint, paraffin measuring l. 197 cm (77 9/16 in); w. 50 cm (19 11/16 in); h. 66 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Sycomore wood, stucco, paint, paraffin |
| Dimensions | l. 197 cm (77 9/16 in); w. 50 cm (19 11/16 in); h. 66 cm (26 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1912 |
| Date | ca. 1640–1550 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Second Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 17 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1640 BC – 1550 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Coffin?
Coffin is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Coffin created?
Coffin dates to ca. 1640–1550 B.C..
What material is Coffin made from?
Coffin is crafted from sycomore wood, stucco, paint, paraffin.
Where does Coffin originate?
Coffin originates from Egypt.
Is Coffin in the public domain?
Coffin 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