Egyptian Artca. 3900–3500 B.C.Comb with a pair of ducks is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3900–3500 B.C. using elephant ivory measuring H. 9.3 x W. 5.5 x Th. 0.6 cm (3 11/16 x 2 3/16 x 1/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Elephant ivory |
| Dimensions | H. 9.3 x W. 5.5 x Th. 0.6 cm (3 11/16 x 2 3/16 x 1/4 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 pair of ducks?
Comb with a pair of ducks is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Comb with a pair of ducks created?
Comb with a pair of ducks dates to ca. 3900–3500 B.C..
What material is Comb with a pair of ducks made from?
Comb with a pair of ducks is crafted from elephant ivory.
Where does Comb with a pair of ducks originate?
Comb with a pair of ducks originates from Egypt.
Is Comb with a pair of ducks in the public domain?
Comb with a pair of ducks is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026