Egyptian Artca. 2060–2010 B.C.By Nina de Garis Davies
Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2060–2010 B.C. using paper, tempera paint, ink measuring facsimile: h. 45 cm (17 11/16 in); w. 170 cm (66 15/16… attributed to Nina de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Paper, tempera paint, ink |
| Dimensions | facsimile: h. 45 cm (17 11/16 in); w. 170 cm (66 15/16 in) scale 1:1 framed: h. 48.3 cm (19 in); w. 174 cm (68 1/2 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1931 |
| Date | ca. 2060–2010 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2060 BC – 2010 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari?
Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari created?
Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari dates to ca. 2060–2010 B.C..
What material is Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari made from?
Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari is crafted from paper, tempera paint, ink.
Where does Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari originate?
Women Preparing Food, Tomb of Djari originates from Egypt.
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