Egyptian Artca. 4500–4000 B.C.Biface that is possibly a knife is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 4500–4000 B.C. using flint measuring L: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Flint |
| Dimensions | L: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Albert Rothbart, 1929 |
| Date | ca. 4500–4000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Neolithic Period, Buto–Merimda–Maadi period. The estimated date range is 4500 BC – 4000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Western Delta, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Biface that is possibly a knife?
Biface that is possibly a knife is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Biface that is possibly a knife created?
Biface that is possibly a knife dates to ca. 4500–4000 B.C..
What material is Biface that is possibly a knife made from?
Biface that is possibly a knife is crafted from flint.
Where does Biface that is possibly a knife originate?
Biface that is possibly a knife originates from Egypt.
Is Biface that is possibly a knife in the public domain?
Biface that is possibly a knife 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