Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3850–2960 B.C.

Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3850–2960 B.C. using green stone (serpentinite?) measuring L 1.5 × W. 1.3 cm (9/16 × 1/2 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGreen stone (serpentinite?)
DimensionsL 1.5 × W. 1.3 cm (9/16 × 1/2 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 3850–2960 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic Period period. The estimated date range is 3850 BC – 2960 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type?

Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type created?

Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type dates to ca. 3850–2960 B.C..

What material is Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type made from?

Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type is crafted from green stone (serpentinite?).

Where does Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type originate?

Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type originates from Egypt.

Is Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type in the public domain?

Amulet in the shape of an elephant head, old bull's head type 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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