Egyptian Artca. 3100–2649 B.C.Beads, string, with pendants is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3100–2649 B.C. using carnelian measuring L. 37.5 cm — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Carnelian |
| Dimensions | L. 37.5 cm |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Ethel McCullough Scott, John G. McCullough, and Edith McCullough Irons, 1971 |
| Date | ca. 3100–2649 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Dynastic Period period. The estimated date range is 3100 BC – 2649 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Beads, string, with pendants?
Beads, string, with pendants is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Beads, string, with pendants created?
Beads, string, with pendants dates to ca. 3100–2649 B.C..
What material is Beads, string, with pendants made from?
Beads, string, with pendants is crafted from carnelian.
Where does Beads, string, with pendants originate?
Beads, string, with pendants originates from Egypt.
Is Beads, string, with pendants in the public domain?
Beads, string, with pendants is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026