Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F)
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1000–945 B.C.

Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) is a egyptian art from Egypt (late Dynasty 21) created in ca. 1000–945 B.C. using wood, gessoed, painted measuring L. 191 cm (75 3/16 in.); W. 54.7 cm (21 9/16 in.); D. 59.6… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood, gessoed, painted
DimensionsL. 191 cm (75 3/16 in.); W. 54.7 cm (21 9/16 in.); D. 59.6 cm (23 7/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Dateca. 1000–945 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Third Intermediate Period period, during the late Dynasty 21 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 945 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F)?

Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) created?

Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) dates to ca. 1000–945 B.C..

What material is Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) made from?

Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) is crafted from wood, gessoed, painted.

Where does Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) originate?

Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) originates from Egypt.

Is Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) in the public domain?

Inner Coffin of Henettawy (F) 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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