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An old Assyrian cuneiform tablet, from the merchant colony at Kanesh in Cappadocia
1764788 An old Assyrian cuneiform tablet, from the merchant colony at Kanesh in Cappadocia, demanding payment of overdue accounts, c.1900-1800 BC (stone) by Assyrian School; 5.4x4.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An old Assyrian cuneiform tablet, from the merchant colony at Kanesh in Cappadocia, demanding payment of overdue accounts. Circa 1900-1800 B.C. 5.4 x 4.9cm.); Photo eChristies Images; out of copyright
Media ID 22845614
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Assyrian Communicate Communicating Communication Equipment Cuneiform Decorative Technique Language Legal Media One Object Pre First Century Sculptural Single Object Tablet
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 print showcases an ancient Assyrian cuneiform tablet, originating from the merchant colony at Kanesh in Cappadocia. Dating back to approximately 1900-1800 BC, this stone tablet measures 5.4x4.9 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The intricately carved relief on the tablet reveals its purpose - demanding payment of long overdue accounts. This remarkable artifact offers us a glimpse into the communication equipment and decorative techniques employed by the Assyrians during this era. With no human figures present, the focus remains solely on this single object that holds immense historical significance. The text inscribed on the tablet represents an ancient form of writing known as cuneiform, which was widely used for legal and administrative purposes. Through this studio shot, we are transported back in time to witness how our ancestors communicated and conducted business transactions centuries ago. The sculptural quality of this piece further emphasizes its importance as both a work of art and a practical tool for communication. As we explore these antiquities, it becomes evident that language played a crucial role in facilitating trade and maintaining order within ancient societies like that of the Assyrians. This photograph serves as a reminder of our shared human history while also highlighting the incredible craftsmanship displayed by these early civilizations.
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