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Kudurru Collection

The kudurru, also known as a stele or boundary stone, is an ancient Mesopotamian artifact that played a significant role in the Kassite Dynasty

Background imageKudurru Collection: Kudurru (boundary stone) of Nazimatrut-Tash

Kudurru (boundary stone) of Nazimatrut-Tash, taken from Babylon to Susa c. 12th century BC, from the Louvres collection

Background imageKudurru Collection: Kudurru of Nazimarut-Tash, Susa, Kassite period, 12th century BC

Kudurru of Nazimarut-Tash, Susa, Kassite period, 12th century BC. A kudurru is also known as a boundary stone but is more of a document describing land boundaries rather than an actual

Background imageKudurru Collection: The Eanna-shum-iddina kudurru (1125-1100 B. C. ). Kassite Dyna

The Eanna-shum-iddina kudurru (1125-1100 B. C. ). Kassite Dyna
Mesopotamian Art. Kassite Dynasty. The Eanna-shum-iddina kudurru (1125-1100 B.C.). It describes the land grant made by Governor Eanna-shum-iddina to Gula-Eresh witnessed by his surveyor

Background imageKudurru Collection: Mesopotamia. Michaux stone or Kudurru. Late Kassite period. 1

Mesopotamia. Michaux stone or Kudurru. Late Kassite period. 1
Mesopotamia. Babylonial. Michaux stone or Kudurru. Late Kassite period found near Baghdad. 11th Century BC. Marduk-nadin-ahhe reign. 2n Dynasty of Isin. National Library. Paris. France

Background imageKudurru Collection: Mesopotamia. Kudurru (stele) of Shitti-Marduk. Nebuchadnezza

Mesopotamia. Kudurru (stele) of Shitti-Marduk. Nebuchadnezza
Mesopotamia. Kudurru (stele) of Shitti-Marduk. Limestone. Inscription. Cuneiform. Nebuchadnezzar I (1124-1105 BC) reign. Elamite campaign. From Sippar (Abu Habba). Babylonian

Background imageKudurru Collection: Kudurru (stele) of King Marduk-zakir-shumi (852-828 BC). An

Kudurru (stele) of King Marduk-zakir-shumi (852-828 BC). An act of donation to a priest of the temple of Eana of Uruk. Mesopotamia. Limestone. Cuneiforme. Babylon exposore. Louvre. Paris

Background imageKudurru Collection: Limestone kudurru from the riegn of Marduk-nadin-ahhe (1099

Limestone kudurru from the riegn of Marduk-nadin-ahhe (1099
Mesopotamian Art. Middle Babylonian. Limestone kudurru from the riegn of Marduk-nadin-ahhe (10991082 BC). Block of black limestone. The upper portion is carved with symbols

Background imageKudurru Collection: Limestone kudurru of Meli-Shipak. Kassite Dynasty. Babylon

Limestone kudurru of Meli-Shipak. Kassite Dynasty. Babylon
Mesopotamian Art. Kassite Dynasty. Limestone kudurru. Four-sided block with conical top. Right side. The text contains a deed of gift recording a grant of fifty gur of corn-land in the province of

Background imageKudurru Collection: Middle Babylonian. 954 B. C. Limestone boundary-stone or kudu

Middle Babylonian. 954 B. C. Limestone boundary-stone or kudu
Mesopotamian Art. Middle Babylonian. 954 B.C. Limestone boundary-stone or kudurru, inscribed in cuneiform script that describes the fight between two families for the grant of land from one state to

Background imageKudurru Collection: Babilonian. Second Dynasty of Isin in the reign of Nebuchadn

Babilonian. Second Dynasty of Isin in the reign of Nebuchadnezzar Ii (1126-1105 BC). Standstone. Kudurru of Nebuchadnezzar I. From Sippar (Abu Habba). Exposition. Louvre. Paris. France

Background imageKudurru Collection: Babylonian. Second Dynasty of Isin in the reign of Nebuchadn

Babylonian. Second Dynasty of Isin in the reign of Nebuchadnezzar II (1126-1105 BC). Boundary-stone. Kudurru. Limestone stela. Text. Cuneiform. Sippar, Abu Habba. Iraq. British Museum


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The kudurru, also known as a stele or boundary stone, is an ancient Mesopotamian artifact that played a significant role in the Kassite Dynasty. These stone monuments were used to mark land boundaries and record important legal and religious transactions. One notable example is the Eanna-shum-iddina kudurru from 1125-1100 B. C. , which showcases intricate carvings depicting gods, animals, and symbols of power. This particular kudurru provides valuable insights into the religious beliefs and political structure of the time. Another remarkable the stele of King Marduk-zakir-shumi from 852-828 BC. It serves as evidence of his reign and highlights his authority over Babylon during this period. The kudurru of Shitti-Marduk, believed to be from Nebuchadnezzar's era, holds historical significance due to its depiction of deities granting blessings upon the king. This demonstrates how religion was intertwined with politics in ancient Mesopotamia. Additionally, there is the Nazimatrut-Tash kudurru from Susa in the 12th century BC. Its detailed engravings depict various gods and goddesses associated with fertility and protection. Meli-Shipak's limestone kudurru reveals details about his rule during the Kassite Dynasty. The carvings on this monument showcase divine figures bestowing their favor upon him as ruler. These artifacts provide invaluable glimpses into ancient Babylonian society by shedding light on their religious practices, political structures, and land ownership systems. The craftsmanship displayed on these stones reflects both artistic skill and cultural importance.