Satellite Pyramid of Teti
Cult Pyramid of Teti · Teti Subsidiary Pyramid
Old Kingdom, 6th Dynasty·Ancient Egyptian·🇪🇬 Memphis Necropolis, Saqqara North, Egypt
About
About Satellite Pyramid of Teti
Ka pyramid situated south-east of Teti main pyramid inside enclosure wall near queens pyramids, built simultaneously with main monument. Excavated by Gunn and later Lauer, it preserves foundation trench and a few casing blocks, with small substructure entered via descending stair rather than corridor. Ritual deposits of beer jars and model vessels were found in pit, matching late Old Kingdom cult practice.
Why it mattersComparative data for 6th Dynasty cult pyramids vs Unas predecessor.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Deviation in substructure plan vs Unas model
Theories
- 01Represents evolution from stepped ka monument to true pyramid form
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 2345–2333 BCE
- Period
- Old Kingdom, 6th Dynasty
- Culture
- Ancient Egyptian
- Purpose
- Ka pyramid within Teti enclosure, south-east of main pyramid
- Excavation
- Excavated
1921
Gunn records satellite foundations
On the ground
Structures & features
29.8753° N · 31.3193° E · 62 m · 2 mapped features
Foundation outline
pyramidSquare foundation trench and casing footings
29.8754° N · 31.3194° EDeposit pit
depositPit with beer jars and votive vessels
29.8753° N · 31.3193° E