Coffin of Teti
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1458 B.C.

Coffin of Teti is a egyptian art from Egypt (early Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1458 B.C. using wood (ficus sycomorus), paint, mortar, plaster, stucco measuring l. 184 cm (72 7/16 in); w. 44 cm (17 5/16 in); h. 76 cm (29… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood (ficus sycomorus), paint, mortar, plaster, stucco
Dimensionsl. 184 cm (72 7/16 in); w. 44 cm (17 5/16 in); h. 76 cm (29 15/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1912
Dateca. 1550–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early New Kingdom period, during the early Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Coffin of Teti?

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

When was Coffin of Teti created?

Coffin of Teti dates to ca. 1550–1458 B.C..

What material is Coffin of Teti made from?

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

Where does Coffin of Teti originate?

Coffin of Teti originates from Egypt.

Is Coffin of Teti in the public domain?

Coffin of Teti 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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