Egyptian Artca. 3300–3100 B.C.Spoon with a falcon on the handle is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3300–3100 B.C. using ivory measuring L. 30.3 × H. 2 × W. 4.3 cm (11 15/16 × 13/16 × 1 11/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | L. 30.3 × H. 2 × W. 4.3 cm (11 15/16 × 13/16 × 1 11/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Egypt Exploration Fund, 1909 |
| Date | ca. 3300–3100 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic, Naqada III period. The estimated date range is 3300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Upper Egypt, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Spoon with a falcon on the handle?
Spoon with a falcon on the handle is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Spoon with a falcon on the handle created?
Spoon with a falcon on the handle dates to ca. 3300–3100 B.C..
What material is Spoon with a falcon on the handle made from?
Spoon with a falcon on the handle is crafted from ivory.
Where does Spoon with a falcon on the handle originate?
Spoon with a falcon on the handle originates from Egypt.
Is Spoon with a falcon on the handle in the public domain?
Spoon with a falcon on the handle is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026