Egyptian Artca. 3300–2900 B.C.Tool (?), bird shaped is a egyptian art from Egypt|Egypt (Naqada III–Dynasty 1) created in ca. 3300–2900 B.C. using flint measuring h. 2 3/4 in (6.9 cm); w. 2 1/16 in (5.2 cm); th. 3/8 in (1… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Flint |
| Dimensions | h. 2 3/4 in (6.9 cm); w. 2 1/16 in (5.2 cm); th. 3/8 in (1 cm) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1926 |
| Date | ca. 3300–2900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic –Early Dynastic period, during the Naqada III–Dynasty 1 dynasty. The estimated date range is 3300 BC – 2900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt|Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tool (?), bird shaped?
Tool (?), bird shaped is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tool (?), bird shaped created?
Tool (?), bird shaped dates to ca. 3300–2900 B.C..
What material is Tool (?), bird shaped made from?
Tool (?), bird shaped is crafted from flint.
Where does Tool (?), bird shaped originate?
Tool (?), bird shaped originates from Egypt|Egypt.
Is Tool (?), bird shaped in the public domain?
Tool (?), bird shaped is in the public domain and can be freely used.