ISBN: 9780714150437

By Dominique Collon. She is the author of Ancient Near Eastern Art, First Impressions: Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, Interpreting the Past: Near Eastern Seals and two catalogue… More...

By Dominique Collon. She is the author of Ancient Near Eastern Art, First Impressions: Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, Interpreting the Past: Near Eastern Seals and two catalogues of the cylinder seals in the British Museum's collection. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   The Queen of the Night by Dominique Collon A concise and beautifully designed book exploring the symbolism behind an exquisite Ancient Babylonian plaque found in southern Iraq. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description A concise and beautifully designed book exploring the symbolism behind an exquisite Ancient Babylonian plaque found in southern Iraq. This spectacular terracotta plaque was the principal acquisition for the British Museum's 250th anniversary, and in 2004 was exhibited in various museums around the UK. Made between 1800 and 1859 BC, it is made from baked straw-tempered clay and modelled in high relief. It probably stood in a shrine and could represent the demoness Lilitu, known in the Bible as Lilith, or a Mesopotamian goddess. The figure wears the horned headdress characteristic of a Mesopotamian deity, and holds a rod and ring of justice, symbols of her divinity. Her long multi-coloured wings hang downwards, indicating that she is a goddess of the Underworld. The book explores the history and symbolism behind this beautiful and highly unusual relief. Author Biography Dominique Collon is an Assistant Keeper in the Department of the Ancient Near East at the British Museum. She is the author of Ancient Near Eastern Art, First Impressions: Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, Interpreting the Past: Near Eastern Seals and two catalogues of the cylinder seals in the British Museum's collection. Promotional A concise and beautifully designed book exploring the symbolism behind an exquisite Ancient Babylonian plaque found in southern Iraq. Long Description A concise and beautifully designed book exploring the symbolism behind an exquisite Ancient Babylonian plaque found in southern Iraq. Dating from between 1800 and 1859 BC, it is made from baked straw-tempered clay and modelled in high relief. It probably stood in a shrine and could represent the demoness Lilitu, known in the Bible as Lilith, or a Mesopotamian goddess. The figure wears the horned headdress characteristic of a Mesopotamian deity, and holds a rod and ring of justice, symbols of her divinity. Her long multi-colored wings hang downwards, indicating that she is a goddess of the Underworld. The book explores the history and symbolism behind this beautiful and highly unusual relief. Promotional "Headline" A concise and beautifully designed book exploring the symbolism behind an exquisite Ancient Babylonian plaque found in southern Iraq. Details ISBN0714150436 Author Dominique Collon Short Title QUEEN OF THE NIGHT Publisher British Museum Press Series Objects in Focus Language English ISBN-10 0714150436 ISBN-13 9780714150437 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2005 Imprint British Museum Press Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DOI 10.1604/9780714150437 UK Release Date 2005-08-30 NZ Release Date 2005-08-30 Pages 48 Publication Date 2005-08-30 DEWEY 731.540935 Illustrations 4 Illustrations, black and white; 15 Illustrations, color Audience General AU Release Date 2005-09-22 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENTPeace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:137473339; , Neu, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9780714150437, Publication Year: 2005, Type: Textbook, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Book Title: The Queen of the Night, Item Height: 210mm, Topic: Archaeology, Item Width: 147mm, Item Weight: 130g, Number of Pages: 48 Pages, British Museum Press<

2004, ISBN: 9780714150437

A concise and beautifully designed book exploring the symbolism behind an exquisite Ancient Babylonian plaque found in southern Iraq. This spectacular terracotta plaque was the principal … More...

A concise and beautifully designed book exploring the symbolism behind an exquisite Ancient Babylonian plaque found in southern Iraq. This spectacular terracotta plaque was the principal acquisition for the British Museum's 250th anniversary, and in 2004 was exhibited in various museums around the UK. Made between 1800 and 1859 BC, it is made from baked straw-tempered clay and modelled in high relief. It probably stood in a shrine and could represent the demoness Lilitu, known in the Bible as Lilith, or a Mesopotamian goddess. The figure wears the horned headdress characteristic of a Mesopotamian deity, and holds a rod and ring of justice, symbols of her divinity. Her long multi-coloured wings hang downwards, indicating that she is a goddess of the Underworld. The book explores the history and symbolism behind this beautiful and highly unusual relief. Trade Books>Trade Paperback>Art,Design & Photography>Art>Surveys, British Museum Press Core >1<

2005, ISBN: 0714150436

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