Laden Donkeys and Ploughing, Tomb of Djar by Ancient Egypt

Laden Donkeys and Ploughing, Tomb of Djar 2010 BC

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This Ancient Egyptian tomb painting, "Laden Donkeys and Ploughing," from 2010 BC depicts the everyday agricultural practices of the time. The scene shows four loaded donkeys, a farmer guiding a cow-drawn plough, and another farmer using a hand-plough. This painting, likely from the tomb of Djar, exemplifies the belief of Ancient Egyptians in ensuring a plentiful afterlife for the deceased, providing the necessities of life in the next world. The simplified, stylized figures and vibrant colors are typical of Ancient Egyptian art, reflecting their unique visual language.

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