Egyptian Artca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?)Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?) using greywacke measuring H. 10 cm (3 15/16 in); w. 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Greywacke |
| Dimensions | H. 10 cm (3 15/16 in); w. 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Albert M. Lythgoe, 1917 |
| Date | ca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?) |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic Period period. The estimated date range is 4500 BC – 4000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Upper Egypt, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird?
Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird created?
Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird dates to ca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?).
What material is Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird made from?
Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird is crafted from greywacke.
Where does Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird originate?
Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird originates from Egypt.
Is Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird in the public domain?
Palette in the Form of a Two-Headed Bird is in the public domain and can be freely used.