Egyptian Art500–100 BCMonkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 500–100 BC using bronze measuring H. 2.4 × W. 1.6 × D. 1.5 cm (1 5/16 × 5/8 × 9/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | H. 2.4 × W. 1.6 × D. 1.5 cm (1 5/16 × 5/8 × 9/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910 |
| Date | 500–100 BC |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 500 BC – 100 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand?
Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand created?
Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand dates to 500–100 BC.
What material is Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand made from?
Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand is crafted from bronze.
Where does Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand originate?
Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand originates from Egypt.
Is Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand in the public domain?
Monkey kneeling and resting its head in a hand is in the public domain and can be freely used.