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Period542 works688 BC – 526Late Period, Saite is a historical period encompassing 542 works in The Met collection, dated 688 BC – 526. Works from this period are predominantly classified within the Egyptian Art department.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 542 |
| Top Department | Egyptian Art |
| Date Range | 688 BC – 526 |
Notable Works
Artist's Sketch of a Horse
Baboon with a wedjat eye
Body of a sphinx
Book of the Dead of Khaemhor
Bound Asiatic Captive
Bust from Statue of a King
Bust of an Administrator of the Domain of Neith
Canopic jar with a baboon-headed lid (Hapy)
Canopic jar with a falcon-headed lid (Qebehsenuef)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Late Period, Saite are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 542 works related to Late Period, Saite.
What is the date range of Late Period, Saite?
Works associated with Late Period, Saite span from 688 BC – 526.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026