Egyptian Artca. 3100–2500 B.C.Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 3) created in ca. 3100–2500 B.C. using hornblende diorite measuring L: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hornblende diorite |
| Dimensions | L: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1938 |
| Date | ca. 3100–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Dynastic Period–Early Old Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 3 dynasty. The estimated date range is 3100 BC – 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece?
Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece created?
Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece dates to ca. 3100–2500 B.C..
What material is Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece made from?
Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece is crafted from hornblende diorite.
Where does Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece originate?
Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece originates from Egypt.
Is Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece in the public domain?
Figurine of a lion that may have been a gaming piece is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.