Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2960–2770 B.C.

Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 1) created in ca. 2960–2770 B.C. using hippopotamus ivory measuring h. 17 x w. 3.4 x d. 5.8 cm (6 11/16 x 1 5/16 x 2 5/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumHippopotamus ivory
Dimensionsh. 17 x w. 3.4 x d. 5.8 cm (6 11/16 x 1 5/16 x 2 5/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1906
Dateca. 2960–2770 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Dynastic Period period, during the Dynasty 1 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2960 BC – 2770 BC.

Geography

Origin: Northern Upper Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg?

Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg created?

Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg dates to ca. 2960–2770 B.C..

What material is Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg made from?

Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg is crafted from hippopotamus ivory.

Where does Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg originate?

Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg originates from Egypt.

Is Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg in the public domain?

Furniture leg in shape of bull's leg 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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