Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art239 B.C

Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 239 B.C using papyrus measuring H. 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.) Framed: H. 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.); W… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPapyrus
DimensionsH. 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.) Framed: H. 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.); W. 20.3 cm (8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Egypt Exploration Fund, 1909
Date239 B.C

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 239 BC.

Geography

Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote?

Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote created?

Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote dates to 239 B.C.

What material is Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote made from?

Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote is crafted from papyrus.

Where does Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote originate?

Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote originates from Egypt.

Is Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote in the public domain?

Contract of a Loan from a Woman named Theodote 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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