Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1458 B.C.

Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu is a egyptian art from Egypt (early Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1458 B.C. using wood (ficus sycomorus), paint, paraffin, mortar, plaster, stucco measuring L. 188 cm (74 in); W. 49 cm (19 5/16 in); H. 65 cm (25 9/16… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood (ficus sycomorus), paint, paraffin, mortar, plaster, stucco
DimensionsL. 188 cm (74 in); W. 49 cm (19 5/16 in); H. 65 cm (25 9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1912
Dateca. 1550–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the early Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu?

Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu created?

Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu dates to ca. 1550–1458 B.C..

What material is Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu made from?

Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu is crafted from wood (ficus sycomorus), paint, paraffin, mortar, plaster, stucco.

Where does Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu originate?

Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu originates from Egypt.

Is Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu in the public domain?

Coffin of Ahhotep Tanodjmu 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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