Egyptian Artca. 3650–3100 B.C.Knife with a curved blade is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3650–3100 B.C. using flint measuring L. 29.9 × W. 4.4 cm (11 3/4 × 1 3/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Flint |
| Dimensions | L. 29.9 × W. 4.4 cm (11 3/4 × 1 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1910 |
| Date | ca. 3650–3100 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic, Naqada II–Naqada III period. The estimated date range is 3650 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Knife with a curved blade?
Knife with a curved blade is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Knife with a curved blade created?
Knife with a curved blade dates to ca. 3650–3100 B.C..
What material is Knife with a curved blade made from?
Knife with a curved blade is crafted from flint.
Where does Knife with a curved blade originate?
Knife with a curved blade originates from Egypt.
Is Knife with a curved blade in the public domain?
Knife with a curved blade 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