Molded plaque: king or a god carrying a mace, ca. 2000–1700


Molded plaque: king or a god carrying a mace, Isin-Larsa–early Old Babylonian, ca. 2000–1700 , Southern Mesopotamia, Isin-Larsa–Old Babylonian, Ceramic, H. cm, W. cm, Ceramics-Reliefs, Ceramic plaques of this sort were mass-produced from molds and represent a form of art available to a wide audience. They have been excavated in temples as well as household shrines in private homes. Their subject matter varies widely, including religious images, mythological and erotic scenes, and representations of rulers and gods


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