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Photographic Print : Kudurru (stele) of King Marduk-zakir-shumi (852-828 BC). An
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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
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Antique Antiquities Aristocrat Babylon Babylonian Cuneiform Donation Dynasty Figures Inscribed Inscription Insignia Kudurru Limestone Louvre Mesopotamia Monarch Near Nobility Nobleman Priest Priestess Ruling Script Scripture Stele System Uruk
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the Kudurru (Stele) of King Marduk-zakir-shumi (852-828 BC). This ancient artifact, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate detail of this limestone stele from Mesopotamia. Originally an act of donation to a priest of the temple of Eana in Uruk, this Babylonian treasure is now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Bring the rich history of Mesopotamia into your home or office with this beautifully preserved piece of cuneiform history. Rights managed by Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17cm x 30.4cm (6.7" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This ancient Kudurru, or stele, showcases the regal presence of King Marduk-zakir-shumi of the Kassite Dynasty in Mesopotamia, dating back to around 852-828 BC. The monarch is depicted in noble attire, adorned with insignia of royalty, standing near a priest and a priestess of the temple of Eana in Uruk. The limestone stele is inscribed with cuneiform script, an intricate system of writing that was the primary means of recording history and religious texts in the ancient Near East. King Marduk-zakir-shumi is known for his significant contributions to Babylonian society and religion. This Kudurru is an act of donation, a testament to his piety and generosity towards the temple and its religious leaders. The figures are carved in high relief, adding depth and dimension to the stone, and the intricate details of their clothing and insignia reveal the aristocratic class and hierarchy of the time. The Kudurru was discovered in Babylon and is now a prized possession of the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, where it is displayed for the world to marvel at the rich history and artistic achievements of ancient Mesopotamia. The stele is a reminder of the complex and fascinating society that thrived in the Near East thousands of years ago, and the enduring influence of its religious and cultural traditions.
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