Egyptian Artca. 3500–3300 B.C.Palette is a egyptian art from Egypt and Sudan created in ca. 3500–3300 B.C. using brucite measuring H. 13.2 × W. 8.4 × Th. 1.4 cm (5 3/16 × 3 5/16 × 9/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Brucite |
| Dimensions | H. 13.2 × W. 8.4 × Th. 1.4 cm (5 3/16 × 3 5/16 × 9/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Garrett Chatfield Pier, 1910 |
| Date | ca. 3500–3300 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic, Naqada II period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Nubia, Egypt and Sudan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Palette?
Palette is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Palette created?
Palette dates to ca. 3500–3300 B.C..
What material is Palette made from?
Palette is crafted from brucite.
Where does Palette originate?
Palette originates from Egypt and Sudan.
Is Palette in the public domain?
Palette 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