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

By Norman de Garis Davies

Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1279–1213 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h.. 34 cm ( 13 3/8 in); w. 72.5 cm (28 9/16… attributed to Norman de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h.. 34 cm ( 13 3/8 in); w. 72.5 cm (28 9/16 in) scale 1:1 framed: 37.5 cm (14 3/4 in); w. 75.9 cm (29 7/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy?

Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy created?

Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy dates to ca. 1279–1213 B.C..

What material is Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy made from?

Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy originate?

Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy originates from Egypt.

Is Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy in the public domain?

Herdsmen and Part of a Market Scene, Tomb of Ipuy 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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