Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2050–2000 B.C.

By Unknown Copyist

Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2050–2000 B.C. using ink on paper measuring h. 51.5 cm (20 1/4 in); w. 71.5 cm (28 1/8 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. 51.5 cm (20 1/4 in); w. 71.5 cm (28 1/8 in) - as mounted scale 1:3 framed: h. 53.7 cm (21 1/8 in); w. 73 cm (28 3/4 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 Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari?

Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari created?

Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari dates to ca. 2050–2000 B.C..

What material is Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari made from?

Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari is crafted from ink on paper.

Where does Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari originate?

Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari originates from Egypt.

Is Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, Tomb of Djari in the public domain?

Men Roping a Bull and Driving Cattle, 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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