Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1000–945 B.C.

Five Shabtis is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 21) created in ca. 1000–945 B.C. using faience measuring H. 12 to 14 cm — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsH. 12 to 14 cm
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Dateca. 1000–945 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Third Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 21 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1000 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Five Shabtis?

Five Shabtis is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Five Shabtis created?

Five Shabtis dates to ca. 1000–945 B.C..

What material is Five Shabtis made from?

Five Shabtis is crafted from faience.

Where does Five Shabtis originate?

Five Shabtis originates from Egypt.

Is Five Shabtis in the public domain?

Five Shabtis is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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