Egyptian Artca. 3900–3500 B.C.Comb with a giraffe is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3900–3500 B.C. using ivory (elephant) measuring h. 18.9 x w. 6.2 x th. 1.1 cm (7 7/16 x 2 7/16 x 7/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory (elephant) |
| Dimensions | h. 18.9 x w. 6.2 x th. 1.1 cm (7 7/16 x 2 7/16 x 7/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1923 |
| 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: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Comb with a giraffe?
Comb with a giraffe is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Comb with a giraffe created?
Comb with a giraffe dates to ca. 3900–3500 B.C..
What material is Comb with a giraffe made from?
Comb with a giraffe is crafted from ivory (elephant).
Where does Comb with a giraffe originate?
Comb with a giraffe originates from Egypt.
Is Comb with a giraffe in the public domain?
Comb with a giraffe is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026