Imperial Akkadian, Phase III : Impression of seal of Sharkalisharri, c. 2389-2353 BC
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Parrot, Andre
Photographer: Arthur Llewellyn Basham
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A single theme is treated, but twice. Gilgamesh the Sumerian hero, is holding a vase while a buffalo drinks. Both man and animal are treated with a vigour and forcefulness that emphasise their volume. -- De Cleroq Collection.
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Mesopotamia : Eridu-'Ubaid period, Early Sumerian period, Fara-Ur I period, Imperial Akkadian period, seals, book scan
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1960
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This image is provided for research purposes only and must not be reproduced without the prior permission of the Archives Program, Australian National University.
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