Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art664–30 B.C.

Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 664–30 B.C. using blue paste measuring h. 4 cm (1 9/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBlue paste
Dimensionsh. 4 cm (1 9/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Date664–30 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 664 BC – 30 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column?

Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column created?

Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column dates to 664–30 B.C..

What material is Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column made from?

Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column is crafted from blue paste.

Where does Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column originate?

Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column originates from Egypt.

Is Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column in the public domain?

Head of a ram wearing the atef crown on a column 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

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