Egyptian Artca. 3100–2649 B.C.Macehead? is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 1) created in ca. 3100–2649 B.C. using stone — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Egypt Exploration Fund, 1902 |
| Date | ca. 3100–2649 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Dynastic Period period, during the Dynasty 1 dynasty. The estimated date range is 3100 BC – 2649 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Upper Egypt, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Macehead??
Macehead? is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Macehead? created?
Macehead? dates to ca. 3100–2649 B.C..
What material is Macehead? made from?
Macehead? is crafted from stone.
Where does Macehead? originate?
Macehead? originates from Egypt.
Is Macehead? in the public domain?
Macehead? 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