Egyptian Artca. 3900–3500 B.C.Comb decorated with a hippo is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3900–3500 B.C. using ivory (elephant) measuring h. 10 x w. 5.9 x th. 1 cm (3 15/16 x 2 5/16 x 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory (elephant) |
| Dimensions | h. 10 x w. 5.9 x th. 1 cm (3 15/16 x 2 5/16 x 3/8 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1955 |
| Date | ca. 3900–3500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic, Late Naqada l–Naqada II period. The estimated date range is 3900 BC – 3500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Upper Egypt, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Comb decorated with a hippo?
Comb decorated with a hippo is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Comb decorated with a hippo created?
Comb decorated with a hippo dates to ca. 3900–3500 B.C..
What material is Comb decorated with a hippo made from?
Comb decorated with a hippo is crafted from ivory (elephant).
Where does Comb decorated with a hippo originate?
Comb decorated with a hippo originates from Egypt.
Is Comb decorated with a hippo in the public domain?
Comb decorated with a hippo is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026