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Cuneiform tablet case impressed with four cylinder seals, c. 20th-19th century BC (clay)
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Cuneiform tablet case impressed with four cylinder seals, c. 20th-19th century BC (clay)
5049861 Cuneiform tablet case impressed with four cylinder seals, c.20th-19th century BC (clay) by Assyrian School; 5.6x4.6x2.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Middle Bronze Age-Old Assyrian Trading Colony, probably from KAoltepe, ancient city of Kanesh, a powerful and cosmopolitan city in northern Cappadocia in central Anatolia. During the early second millennium B.C. it became part of the network of trading settlements established across the region by merchants from Ashur (in Assyria, northern Mesopotamia). Case previously contained details of a loan repayment.); out of copyright
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the ancient world - a Cuneiform tablet case impressed with four cylinder seals. Dating back to the 20th-19th century BC, this clay masterpiece was created by the Assyrian School and measures 5.6x4.6x2.5 cm. It currently resides in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. Originating from KAoltepe, an ancient city known as Kanesh in northern Cappadocia, this tablet case is believed to have been part of a powerful and cosmopolitan trading colony during the Middle Bronze Age-Old Assyrian period. The settlement was established by merchants from Ashur (in Assyria) who sought to expand their network across the region. The case itself once contained crucial details regarding a loan repayment, serving as evidence of early financial transactions during that era. Its intricate inscriptions and carvings provide valuable insights into Sumerian culture and civilization. With its rich historical significance, this artifact represents more than just an archaeological find; it symbolizes human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of knowledge throughout time. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back thousands of years to witness firsthand the sophistication and complexity of ancient Mesopotamian society. Through careful preservation at institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, these relics continue to educate us about our shared past while inspiring awe for those who came before us.
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