Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3000 B.C.

A fragment from a gauzy material is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 1) created in ca. 3000 B.C. using linen measuring H. 24.1 × W. 15.9 cm (9 1/2 × 6 1/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLinen
DimensionsH. 24.1 × W. 15.9 cm (9 1/2 × 6 1/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of the Egyptian Research Account and British School of Archaeology in Egypt, 1914
Dateca. 3000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Dynastic Period period, during the Dynasty 1 dynasty. The estimated date range is 3000 BC.

Geography

Origin: Fayum Entrance Area, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses A fragment from a gauzy material?

A fragment from a gauzy material is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was A fragment from a gauzy material created?

A fragment from a gauzy material dates to ca. 3000 B.C..

What material is A fragment from a gauzy material made from?

A fragment from a gauzy material is crafted from linen.

Where does A fragment from a gauzy material originate?

A fragment from a gauzy material originates from Egypt.

Is A fragment from a gauzy material in the public domain?

A fragment from a gauzy material 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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