Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3900–3500 B.C.

Dis-shaped macehead is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3900–3500 B.C. using hornblende diorite measuring No measurement — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumHornblende diorite
DimensionsNo measurement
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 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. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Dis-shaped macehead?

Dis-shaped macehead is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Dis-shaped macehead created?

Dis-shaped macehead dates to ca. 3900–3500 B.C..

What material is Dis-shaped macehead made from?

Dis-shaped macehead is crafted from hornblende diorite.

Where does Dis-shaped macehead originate?

Dis-shaped macehead originates from Egypt.

Is Dis-shaped macehead in the public domain?

Dis-shaped macehead 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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