Egyptian Artca. 1400–1295 B.C.Throw Stick is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, second half) created in ca. 1400–1295 B.C. using hippopotamus ivory (tinted) measuring l. 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); th. 0.7 cm (1/4… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hippopotamus ivory (tinted) |
| Dimensions | l. 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); th. 0.7 cm (1/4 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1919 |
| Date | ca. 1400–1295 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18, second half dynasty. The estimated date range is 1400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Throw Stick?
Throw Stick is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Throw Stick created?
Throw Stick dates to ca. 1400–1295 B.C..
What material is Throw Stick made from?
Throw Stick is crafted from hippopotamus ivory (tinted).
Where does Throw Stick originate?
Throw Stick originates from Egypt.
Is Throw Stick in the public domain?
Throw Stick is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026