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Framed Print : Mesopotamia. White calcite. Cylinder seal. From Mesopotamia
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Mesopotamia. White calcite. Cylinder seal. From Mesopotamia
Mesopotamia. White calcite. Cylinder seal. From Mesopotamia. Late Uruk. Early Jemdet Nasr Period. 3200-3000BC. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom
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Calcite Clay Cylinder Impressed Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Near Seal Nasr Uruk
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Bring the ancient wonders of Mesopotamia into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece showcases a white calcite cylinder seal from the British Museum, London, dating back to the Late Uruk, Early Jemdet Nasr Period around 3200-3000 BC. The intricate design on the seal, featuring Mesopotamian motifs, is captured in vivid detail in this high-quality print. Add a touch of history and culture to your decor with this beautiful and authentic work of art.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image showcases a Mesopotamian white calcite cylinder seal, hailing from the ancient Near East and dating back to the Late Uruk period during the Early Jemdet Nasr epoch around 3200-3000 BC. Discovered in Mesopotamia, this precious artifact is now proudly housed in the British Museum in London, England, United Kingdom. The cylinder seal, a common form of sealing used for administrative and personal purposes in ancient Mesopotamia, features intricately carved designs that were impressed onto clay tablets or other materials. This particular seal showcases a dynamic scene of animals in motion. The central image depicts a powerful lion, the king of beasts, striding confidently to the right. Behind the lion, a series of smaller animals, possibly goats or antelopes, are arranged in a graceful procession. The white calcite material, a beautiful and rare choice for cylinder seals, adds an ethereal quality to the piece, enhancing the intricacy of the carvings and making the details stand out in stark relief. This exquisite artifact offers a glimpse into the rich history and artistic achievements of ancient Mesopotamia, providing a tangible connection to the past and a reminder of the enduring legacy of human creativity.
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