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Mesopotamian Art. Assyrian. 14th century B.C. Commemorative tablet about the construction of a private home. Dated between 1360-1330 B.C. Reign of Ashur-uballit I. It comes from Assur (Ashur). British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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Assur Assyrian Commemorative Cuneiform Document Grant Inscribed Legal Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Script Scripture Tablet 14th
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This ancient Assyrian commemorative tablet, dated between 1360-1330 B.C., provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of Mesopotamia during the Middle Assyrian Empire. Discovered in Assur (modern-day Qalat Sherqat in northern Iraq), this artifact is now housed in the British Museum in London, United Kingdom. The tablet, inscribed in cuneiform script, is a legal document granting permission for the construction of a private home. It was issued during the reign of Ashur-uballit I, an important Assyrian king. The tablet is adorned with intricate relief carvings, depicting various deities and symbols of power, reflecting the religious and cultural significance of the construction project. The inscription on the tablet is written in the Akkadian language, which was the lingua franca of the ancient Near East. The text describes the granting of land and resources for the construction of the home, as well as the exemptions and privileges granted to the builder. This tablet is an essential source of information for historians and archaeologists studying the social, economic, and political history of ancient Assyria. The use of cuneiform script, one of the earliest forms of writing, further adds to the historical significance of this artifact. The intricate details and careful preservation of the tablet are a testament to the advanced level of literacy and record-keeping in ancient Assyrian society. This commemorative tablet offers a unique window into the past, providing valuable insights into the lives of ancient people and the complex societies that existed in Mesopotamia thousands of years ago.
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