Egyptian Artca. 2030-1640 B.C.Apotropaic Wand is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 2030-1640 B.C. using hippopotamus tusk measuring 6 5/16 × 2 3/8 × 3/8 in. (16.1 × 6 × 0.9 cm) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hippopotamus Tusk |
| Dimensions | 6 5/16 × 2 3/8 × 3/8 in. (16.1 × 6 × 0.9 cm) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Purchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926 (26.7.1288a, b); and Paris, Louvre Museum, Departement des Antiquités égyptiennes (E 3614) |
| Date | ca. 2030-1640 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 2035 BC – 2025 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Apotropaic Wand?
Apotropaic Wand is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Apotropaic Wand created?
Apotropaic Wand dates to ca. 2030-1640 B.C..
What material is Apotropaic Wand made from?
Apotropaic Wand is crafted from hippopotamus tusk.
Where does Apotropaic Wand originate?
Apotropaic Wand originates from Egypt.
Is Apotropaic Wand in the public domain?
Apotropaic Wand 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