Egypt · Predynastic Period · ca. 3850–2960 B.C.

Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3850–2960 B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleTool
MediumFlint
DimensionsL. 14 cm (5 1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Dateca. 3850–2960 B.C.
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Morton C. Nichols, 1950
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

PeriodPredynastic Period
Date Range3850 BC – 2960 BC

Provenance

CountryEgypt

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 571868