Egyptian Art1881
Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk is a egyptian art created in 1881 using metal measuring 2 1/2 × 1/4 × 1/4 in. (6.4 × 0.6 × 0.6 cm) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Metal |
| Dimensions | 2 1/2 × 1/4 × 1/4 in. (6.4 × 0.6 × 0.6 cm) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Pat Remler |
| Date | 1881 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Modern period. The estimated date range is 1881.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk?
Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk created?
Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk dates to 1881.
What material is Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk made from?
Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk is crafted from metal.
Is Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk in the public domain?
Pencil with a barrel in the form of an obelisk 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