Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1279–1213 B.C.

By Nina de Garis Davies

Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1279–1213 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring Facsimile H. 48 cm (18 7/8 in); w. 49 cm (19 5/16 in) scale… attributed to Nina de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
DimensionsFacsimile H. 48 cm (18 7/8 in); w. 49 cm (19 5/16 in) scale 4:7 Framed H. 53.7 cm (21 1/8 in); w. 53.7 cm (21 1/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1915
Dateca. 1279–1213 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1279 BC – 1213 BC.

Geography

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

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What department houses Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb?

Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb created?

Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb dates to ca. 1279–1213 B.C..

What material is Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb made from?

Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb is crafted from tempera on paper.

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Djehutyemheb and his Wife Adoring Sokar, Tomb of Djehutyemheb originates from Egypt.

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

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