Egyptian Artca. 2124–2000 B.C.Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2124–2000 B.C. using grasses measuring Basket: H. 7 cm (2 3/4 in); diam. 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in) Lid… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Grasses |
| Dimensions | Basket: H. 7 cm (2 3/4 in); diam. 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in) Lid: diam. 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1931 |
| Date | ca. 2124–2000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2124 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid?
Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid created?
Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid dates to ca. 2124–2000 B.C..
What material is Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid made from?
Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid is crafted from grasses.
Where does Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid originate?
Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid originates from Egypt.
Is Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid in the public domain?
Cylindrical Coil Basket with Lid is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.