Egyptian Artca. 1900–1640 B.C.Pair of clappers is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12, mid - Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1900–1640 B.C. using hippopotamus ivory measuring a: L. 17.3 × W. 2.8 × Th. 0.7 cm (6 13/16 × 1 1/8 × 1/4… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hippopotamus ivory |
| Dimensions | a: L. 17.3 × W. 2.8 × Th. 0.7 cm (6 13/16 × 1 1/8 × 1/4 in.); b: L. 14.3 × W. 2.8 × Th. 0.8 cm (5 5/8 × 1 1/8 × 5/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922 |
| Date | ca. 1900–1640 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12, mid - Dynasty 13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1900 BC – 1640 BC.
Geography
Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pair of clappers?
Pair of clappers is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pair of clappers created?
Pair of clappers dates to ca. 1900–1640 B.C..
What material is Pair of clappers made from?
Pair of clappers is crafted from hippopotamus ivory.
Where does Pair of clappers originate?
Pair of clappers originates from Egypt.
Is Pair of clappers in the public domain?
Pair of clappers is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026