Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2124-1981 B.C.

Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2124-1981 B.C. using limestone measuring 44 5/16 × 40 3/8 in. (112.5 × 102.5 cm) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone
Dimensions44 5/16 × 40 3/8 in. (112.5 × 102.5 cm)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineParis, Louvre Museum, Departement des Antiquités égyptiennes
Dateca. 2124-1981 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2129 BC – 2119 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi?

Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi created?

Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi dates to ca. 2124-1981 B.C..

What material is Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi made from?

Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi is crafted from limestone.

Where does Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi originate?

Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi originates from Egypt.

Is Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi in the public domain?

Stela of the Overseer of the Herds Abkau and His Wife Imemi 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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