Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3300–3100 B.C.

Rectangular palette is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3300–3100 B.C. using greywacke measuring H: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); W: 10 cm (3 15/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGreywacke
DimensionsH: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); W: 10 cm (3 15/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1935
Dateca. 3300–3100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Naqada III period. The estimated date range is 3300 BC.

Geography

Origin: Southern Upper Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Rectangular palette?

Rectangular palette is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Rectangular palette created?

Rectangular palette dates to ca. 3300–3100 B.C..

What material is Rectangular palette made from?

Rectangular palette is crafted from greywacke.

Where does Rectangular palette originate?

Rectangular palette originates from Egypt.

Is Rectangular palette in the public domain?

Rectangular 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

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