Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3500–5000 B.C.

Spearpoint is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3500–5000 B.C. using flint — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFlint
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Dateca. 3500–5000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Paleolithic Period period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC.

Geography

Origin: Western Desert; Kharga Oasis, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Spearpoint?

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

When was Spearpoint created?

Spearpoint dates to ca. 3500–5000 B.C..

What material is Spearpoint made from?

Spearpoint is crafted from flint.

Where does Spearpoint originate?

Spearpoint originates from Egypt.

Is Spearpoint in the public domain?

Spearpoint 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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