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Limestone kudurru of Meli-Shipak. Kassite Dynasty. Babylon
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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 Bit-Pir -Amurri by Meli-Shipak to Khasardu, the son of Sume. Cuneiform script. It comes from Sippar. 1186-1172 B.C. British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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12th Babylon Babylonian Boundary Carved Cuneiform Document Dynasty Gift Grant Inscribed Kudurru Legal Limestone Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Script Kassite
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1. Title: Meli-Shipak's Limestone Kudurru: A Testament to Ancient Babylonian Land Grants 2. Description: This limestone kudurru, hailing from the ancient city of Babylon during the Kassite Dynasty (circa 1186-1172 B.C.), showcases the intricate art and rich history of Mesopotamia. The four-sided block, topped with a conical feature, is inscribed with cuneiform script, a writing system that was prevalent in the ancient Near East. On the right side of the kudurru, we find a deed of gift recording a land grant. Meli-Shipak, a Kassite king, bestowed fifty gur of corn-land in the province of Bit-Pir-Amurri upon Khasardu, the son of Sume. This significant grant was meticulously carved into the limestone, providing a tangible record of the transaction. The text on the kudurru serves as a testament to the legal and administrative practices of the Babylonian civilization. The use of such documents for recording land transactions was common during this period, ensuring the establishment and maintenance of clear boundaries. The kudurru also serves as an invaluable historical artifact, providing insights into the social and political structures of the ancient world. Originating from Sippar, this remarkable piece is now housed in the British Museum in London, where it continues to captivate scholars and visitors alike, offering a glimpse into the rich history and artistic achievements of the Babylonian civilization.
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