Egyptian Artca. 3500–3300 B.C.Palette shaped like a guinea fowl is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3500–3300 B.C. using greywacke measuring Longest Length (head to tail) 19.3 x H. 14.8 x Th. 0.15 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Greywacke |
| Dimensions | Longest Length (head to tail) 19.3 x H. 14.8 x Th. 0.15 cm (7 5/8 x 5 13/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1907 |
| 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: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Palette shaped like a guinea fowl?
Palette shaped like a guinea fowl is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Palette shaped like a guinea fowl created?
Palette shaped like a guinea fowl dates to ca. 3500–3300 B.C..
What material is Palette shaped like a guinea fowl made from?
Palette shaped like a guinea fowl is crafted from greywacke.
Where does Palette shaped like a guinea fowl originate?
Palette shaped like a guinea fowl originates from Egypt.
Is Palette shaped like a guinea fowl in the public domain?
Palette shaped like a guinea fowl is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026