Flint knife
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3100–2649 B.C.

Flint knife is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3100–2649 B.C. using flint — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFlint
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1919
Dateca. 3100–2649 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Dynastic Period period. The estimated date range is 3100 BC – 2649 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Flint knife?

Flint knife is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Flint knife created?

Flint knife dates to ca. 3100–2649 B.C..

What material is Flint knife made from?

Flint knife is crafted from flint.

Where does Flint knife originate?

Flint knife originates from Egypt.

Is Flint knife in the public domain?

Flint knife is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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