Egyptian Artca. 945–712 BC
Face of a coffin is a egyptian art (Dynasty 22–24) created in ca. 945–712 BC using wood, gesso, paint measuring H. 58.3 × W. 51 cm (22 15/16 × 20 1/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood, gesso, paint |
| Dimensions | H. 58.3 × W. 51 cm (22 15/16 × 20 1/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Egyptian Art Gifts, 2016 |
| Date | ca. 945–712 BC |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Third Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 22–24 dynasty. The estimated date range is 945 BC – 712 BC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Face of a coffin?
Face of a coffin is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Face of a coffin created?
Face of a coffin dates to ca. 945–712 BC.
What material is Face of a coffin made from?
Face of a coffin is crafted from wood, gesso, paint.
Is Face of a coffin in the public domain?
Face of a coffin is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026