Egyptian Art2649–2528 BCArtwork Details
| Title | Upper Part of a Hippo Goddess |
| Medium | Indurated limestone, plaster, paint |
| Dimensions | H. 16.5 cm (6 1/2 in.); W. 12.9 cm (5 1/16 in.); D. 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Date | 2649–2528 BC |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Moran Gift, 2015 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Dynasty | Dynasty 3-4 |
| Period | Old Kingdom |
| Date Range | 2649 BC – 2528 BC |
Provenance
| Country | Egypt|Egypt |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 694156