Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1194–1188 B.C.

Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18 (?)) created in ca. 1194–1188 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTravertine (Egyptian alabaster)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Theodore M. Davis, 1914
Dateca. 1194–1188 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 (?) dynasty. The estimated date range is 1194 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah?

Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah created?

Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah dates to ca. 1194–1188 B.C..

What material is Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah made from?

Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).

Where does Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah originate?

Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah originates from Egypt.

Is Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah in the public domain?

Sarcophagus fragment, Siptah 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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