Shabti coffin, clay
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1635–1458 B.C.

Shabti coffin, clay is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17–Early Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1635–1458 B.C. using clay (unfired), paint measuring L. top 14 cm (5 1/2 in) L. bottom 15 cm (5 7/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay (unfired), paint
DimensionsL. top 14 cm (5 1/2 in) L. bottom 15 cm (5 7/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1916
Dateca. 1635–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 17–Early Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1635 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Shabti coffin, clay?

Shabti coffin, clay is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Shabti coffin, clay created?

Shabti coffin, clay dates to ca. 1635–1458 B.C..

What material is Shabti coffin, clay made from?

Shabti coffin, clay is crafted from clay (unfired), paint.

Where does Shabti coffin, clay originate?

Shabti coffin, clay originates from Egypt.

Is Shabti coffin, clay in the public domain?

Shabti coffin, clay 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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