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Oriental Institute, Chicago, Sumerian, 2010 B.C.
King Urnammu, founder of the Third Dynasty of Ur was originally a general who took the title of 'king of Sumer and Akkad'. Urnammu succeeded to construct a well organized empire, in which Sumer and Akkad were united. Urnammu strived after the law and order of past times. Urnammu build ziggurats with a three stage system and a temple on the highest level. Use was made of mud bricks each stamped with the name of the city, city deity and the name of the temple. His developments in temple construction was an innovation used for many centuries. Urnammu rebuilt and enlarged one of the most famous temples in ancient times, the E-kur temple in the city of Nippur devoted to Enlil, the chief god in the pantheon. This figurine, which was buried in a foundation box beneath one of the temple towers, represents the king at the start of the building project, carrying on his head a basket of clay from which would be made the critically important first brick.
M-007B $68
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Winged Guardian Bookends
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This smaller version of the Lamassu is modeled after an original in the collection of the British Museum. The sculpture combines elements of the noblest animals beginning with the head of a man, the body of a lion--ancient symbol of fertility (some versions use a bull’s body)--and an eagle’s wings. Made from compound stone, limestone finish, 10.25”H x 9”W.
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Assyrian Winged Lion and Bull Statue Set
This Assyrian Winged Lion and Bull Statues feature complementary views of majestic hybrid animals associated with Assyrian leadership. The sculptures combine elements of the noblest animals beginning with the head of a man, the body of a lion or bull (ancient symbol of fertility) and an eagle's wings. 16 foot sculptures like these flanked the entryway to noble king's Assyrian palace. There are dozens of these colossal statues in existance with a very fine collection at the Louvre Museum in Paris. 3529,
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Moon Fest Jewish Lunar Calendar Plaque
This zodiac plaque represents the celebration of the Jewish lunar calendar. The Hebraic script for the months (center ring) is transliterated into phonetic English (outer ring).
H-001K $43
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Babylonian Sumerian School Tablet
Student scribes practiced on clay tablets like this one. You can still see the palm print of the student in the clay. This replica is an identical cast of the original at the Museum.
It comes with a descriptive booklet.
Made from resin, measures 2.75" diameter. 6545, $16
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Sumerian Legal Tablet
This Sumerian law tablet dates from about 1860BCE and depicts one of the oldest documented laws in history. It was recovered in Nippur, Iraq, during University of Pennsylvania excavation. The writing is cuneiform, an ancient style of writing used by five distinct languages over a period of 3000 years. These clay tablets were used for recording administrative, economic and legal matters. The laws on this tablet are from the Laws of Lipit-Ishta, the fifth ruler of the first Dynasty of Isin (1934-1924 BCE) and follows the laws written by Ur-Nammu (2112-2095 BCE).
Made from resin, measures 2.75" W x / 4.5"H. 6546, $28
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Mesopotamian Sumerian Medical Tablet
Shown here is a reproduction of a Sumerian medical tablet, one of the oldest found, dated 2400 BCE, excavated at the site of the ancient city of Nippur in Mesopotamia (modern Iraq). The writing is cuneiform, an ancient style of writing used by five distinctive languages over a period of 3000 years. Cuneiform was written by scribes using a stylus, a sharp ended reed, they made wedge shapes in clay. This tablet is unlike other later medical tablets, no ailment or treatment is listed. This tablet lists prescriptions perhaps used by an early pharmacist. The front of the tablet is damaged. The reverse side is relatively undamaged and lists 15 prescriptions.
Made from resin, measures 3.75" H x 6" W. 6547, $33
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Mesopotamian Pouring Vessel
This is an authentic reproduction of a 5,000 year old Mesopotamian pouring vessel. This versatile piece can hold little treasures, sweets, jewelry or adorn your desk holding paper clips.
Made from resin, measures 6"L x 3.5" W x 1.5" H. 6548, $27
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Ziggurat Designer Candleholder with Tealights
Add history and sly to any room in your home with this beautiful Ziggurat Designer Candleholder. This ancient Mesopotamian design dates all the way back to the late 6th century BC. The very simple tier shape creates an elegant and historical ambiance that will liven up any living space. The glass tea lights add the final elegant touch that set the mood and capture your attention. Made from resin with a bronze patina, this beautiful Ziggurat Designer Candleholder with Tea lights measures 18"H x 35"L. 6345, $334
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Ur, Ancient Mesopotamian wood game with pyramid shaped dice
The Mesopotamian "UR" Game, hardwood, 13 1/2" x 5 1/4" board with storage and pieces, 5,000 year old game features 8 pyramid shaped dice and 14 playing pieces. Instructions are included for adults (using strategy), children (a race game). 5642, $46
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Ishtar / Inanna / Ashtart
2000 BC, Babylonian, compound stone, 11.5"H on marble base. Louvre Museum, Paris. The clay figurines of the Mesopotamian Ishtar/Inanna/Ashtart in her characteristic breast-offering pose has come to be known among archaeologists as "The Ishtar Pose". This pose suggests her function as the Goddess of all nourishment and fertility, and as "Mother of the Fruitful Breast", Queen of Heaven, Light of the World, Creator of People, Mother of Deities, River of Life, etc. D-086SM, $66
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