Egyptian Artca. 1850–1640 B.C.Flail cylinders is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12, late–early 13) created in ca. 1850–1640 B.C. using faience measuring a) h. 23.3 cm (9 3/16 in) b) h. 23.6 cm (9 5/16 in) c) h… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Faience |
| Dimensions | a) h. 23.3 cm (9 3/16 in) b) h. 23.6 cm (9 5/16 in) c) h. 23.8 cm (9 3/8 in) d) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1915 |
| Date | ca. 1850–1640 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12, late–early 13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1850 BC – 1640 BC.
Geography
Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Flail cylinders?
Flail cylinders is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Flail cylinders created?
Flail cylinders dates to ca. 1850–1640 B.C..
What material is Flail cylinders made from?
Flail cylinders is crafted from faience.
Where does Flail cylinders originate?
Flail cylinders originates from Egypt.
Is Flail cylinders in the public domain?
Flail cylinders 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