Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2050–2000 B.C.

By Unknown Copyist

Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2050–2000 B.C. using ink on paper measuring h. 56 cm (22 1/16 in); w. 68 cm (26 3/4 in) - as… attributed to Unknown Copyist — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk on Paper
Dimensionsh. 56 cm (22 1/16 in); w. 68 cm (26 3/4 in) - as mounted scale 1:3 framed: h. 57.8 cm (22 3/4 in); w. 69.5 cm (27 3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1931
Dateca. 2050–2000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the First Intermediate Period–Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2050 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari?

Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari created?

Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari dates to ca. 2050–2000 B.C..

What material is Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari made from?

Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari is crafted from ink on paper.

Where does Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari originate?

Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari originates from Egypt.

Is Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari in the public domain?

Laden Donkeys and Men Plowing, Tomb of Djari is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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