Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 990–970 B.C.

Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 21) created in ca. 990–970 B.C. using wood, gesso, paint measuring l. 171 cm (67 5/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWood, gesso, paint
Dimensionsl. 171 cm (67 5/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Dateca. 990–970 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Third Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 21 dynasty. The estimated date range is 990 BC – 970 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes?

Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes created?

Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes dates to ca. 990–970 B.C..

What material is Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes made from?

Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes is crafted from wood, gesso, paint.

Where does Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes originate?

Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes originates from Egypt.

Is Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes in the public domain?

Mummy Board of Henettawy (C), Probable Sister-Wife of High Priest of Amun Smendes 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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