Door drum section, tomb of Mereri
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2100–2030 B.C.

Door drum section, tomb of Mereri is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 8–9) created in ca. 2100–2030 B.C. using limestone measuring .445 m x .10 m — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone
Dimensions.445 m x .10 m
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Egypt Exploration Fund, 1898
Dateca. 2100–2030 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Old Kingdom–First Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 8–9 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2100 BC – 2030 BC.

Geography

Origin: Northern Upper Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Door drum section, tomb of Mereri?

Door drum section, tomb of Mereri is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Door drum section, tomb of Mereri created?

Door drum section, tomb of Mereri dates to ca. 2100–2030 B.C..

What material is Door drum section, tomb of Mereri made from?

Door drum section, tomb of Mereri is crafted from limestone.

Where does Door drum section, tomb of Mereri originate?

Door drum section, tomb of Mereri originates from Egypt.

Is Door drum section, tomb of Mereri in the public domain?

Door drum section, tomb of Mereri 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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