Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3200–3100 B.C.

Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3200–3100 B.C. using greywacke measuring H: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.); w: 4.7 cm (1 7/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGreywacke
DimensionsH: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.); w: 4.7 cm (1 7/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 1933
Dateca. 3200–3100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Late Naqada III period. The estimated date range is 3200 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff?

Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff created?

Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff dates to ca. 3200–3100 B.C..

What material is Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff made from?

Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff is crafted from greywacke.

Where does Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff originate?

Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff originates from Egypt.

Is Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff in the public domain?

Fragment of a ceremonial palette illustrating a man and a type of staff 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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