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Cuneiform tablet barley rations, 1st Dynasty of Lagash, about 2350-2200 BC
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Cuneiform tablet barley rations, 1st Dynasty of Lagash, about 2350-2200 BC
Cuneiform tablet recording barley rations, 1st Dynasty of Lagash, about 2350-2200 BC, from Tello (ancient Girsu), southern Iraq. This cuneiform tablet records in Sumerian the distribution of barley as rations to about two hundred workmen and their children by the Temple of Bau. The goddess Bau (or Baba) was the wife of Ningirsu, the supreme god of the city Lagash. The temple referred to here was at Girsu, a town within the city-state of Lagash. From the British Museums collection, 23rd century BC
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23rd Century Bc Barley Black Background British Museum Cereal Clay Cuneiform Grain Iraq Official Ration Recording Sumer Tablet Girsu Lagash Mike Dixon Tello
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from ancient Mesopotamia, specifically the Cuneiform tablet barley rations dating back to the 1st Dynasty of Lagash (2350-2200 BC). The tablet, discovered in Tello (ancient Girsu), southern Iraq and now housed in the British Museum, provides valuable insights into the daily lives and religious practices of this ancient civilization. The tablet records in Sumerian script the distribution of barley as rations to approximately two hundred laborers and their children by the Temple of Bau. This temple was dedicated to Bau or Baba, who held a significant position as the wife of Ningirsu, the supreme god of Lagash. Situated within Girsu, an important town within Lagash city-state, this temple played a crucial role in providing sustenance for those engaged in various occupations. Crafted from clay with intricate cuneiform inscriptions etched onto its surface, this artifact serves as a tangible link to our past. Its black background enhances its visual appeal while emphasizing its historical significance. The image has been expertly captured by CM Dixon Studio Shot against this contrasting backdrop. As we delve into this relic from over four millennia ago, we gain deeper understanding about agriculture practices during that era and glimpse into how religion influenced everyday life. It is through such artifacts that we are able to piece together fragments of history and appreciate the rich cultural heritage left behind by our ancestors.
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