Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3850–2960 B.C.

Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3850–2960 B.C. using pottery, paint — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery, paint
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1907
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 Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background?

Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background created?

Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background dates to ca. 3850–2960 B.C..

What material is Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background made from?

Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background is crafted from pottery, paint.

Where does Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background originate?

Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background originates from Egypt.

Is Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background in the public domain?

Censer? with floral design in red paint on white background is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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