Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2020–2000 B.C.

A Soldier with Bow and Arrows is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2020–2000 B.C. using limestone, paint measuring A. 22cm x 33 cm B. 14 cm x 30 cm — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, paint
DimensionsA. 22cm x 33 cm B. 14 cm x 30 cm
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Egypt Exploration Fund, 1906
Dateca. 2020–2000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2020 BC – 2000 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses A Soldier with Bow and Arrows?

A Soldier with Bow and Arrows is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was A Soldier with Bow and Arrows created?

A Soldier with Bow and Arrows dates to ca. 2020–2000 B.C..

What material is A Soldier with Bow and Arrows made from?

A Soldier with Bow and Arrows is crafted from limestone, paint.

Where does A Soldier with Bow and Arrows originate?

A Soldier with Bow and Arrows originates from Egypt.

Is A Soldier with Bow and Arrows in the public domain?

A Soldier with Bow and Arrows is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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