Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art664–30 B.C.

Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 664–30 B.C. using bronze or cupreous alloy measuring h. 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze or cupreous alloy
Dimensionsh. 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Darius Ogden Mills, 1904
Date664–30 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 664 BC – 30 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem?

Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem created?

Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem dates to 664–30 B.C..

What material is Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem made from?

Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem is crafted from bronze or cupreous alloy.

Where does Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem originate?

Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem originates from Egypt.

Is Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem in the public domain?

Cobra wearing red crown on a papyrus stem 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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