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Seal, Middle Minoan I Period, c. 2100-c. 1900 BC (stone (steatite); plaster)
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Seal, Middle Minoan I Period, c. 2100-c. 1900 BC (stone (steatite); plaster)
1216418 Seal, Middle Minoan I Period, c.2100-c.1900 BC (stone (steatite); plaster) by Minoan; length: 1.7 cm cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Three-sided prism seal; (A) a ship with blunt bows, a high trefoil stern, one mast and six stays;
Middle Minoan I Period (c. 2100 - c. 1900 BC)
length: 1.7 cm); eAshmolean Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 22966962
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Cast Mast Minoan Plaster Prism Seal
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the Middle Minoan I Period, dating back to approximately 2100-1900 BC. The seal, made of stone (steatite) and plaster, measures a mere 1.7 cm in length but holds immense historical significance. Housed at the Ashmolean Museum in the University of Oxford, UK, this three-sided prism seal offers a glimpse into ancient maritime culture. The intricate carving on this seal depicts a ship with distinctive features - blunt bows, a high trefoil stern, one mast, and six stays. Its compact size does not diminish its ability to transport us back in time to an era when seafaring played a vital role in Minoan civilization. As we study this miniature masterpiece further, we are transported to the Middle Minoan I Period - an era spanning from around 2100 BC to 1900 BC. This period was characterized by significant cultural developments and trade expansion for the Minoans. Through careful preservation and expert craftsmanship captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, we can appreciate every detail of this ancient relic without limitations or commercial intentions. Let us marvel at this extraordinary representation of history as it stands proudly within the Ashmolean Museum's collection – reminding us that even small artifacts can hold great stories waiting to be discovered.
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