Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 6900–3900 B.C.

Arrowhead with a single tang is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 6900–3900 B.C. using flint measuring No measurement — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFlint
DimensionsNo measurement
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 6900–3900 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Neolithic Period period. The estimated date range is 6900 BC – 3900 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Arrowhead with a single tang?

Arrowhead with a single tang is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Arrowhead with a single tang created?

Arrowhead with a single tang dates to ca. 6900–3900 B.C..

What material is Arrowhead with a single tang made from?

Arrowhead with a single tang is crafted from flint.

Where does Arrowhead with a single tang originate?

Arrowhead with a single tang originates from Egypt.

Is Arrowhead with a single tang in the public domain?

Arrowhead with a single tang 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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