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The Peace side of the Standard of Ur, southern Iraq, about 2600-2400 BC
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The Peace side of the Standard of Ur, southern Iraq, about 2600-2400 BC
The Peace side of the Standard of Ur from a Royal tomb at Ur, southern Iraq, about 2600-2400 BC. Inlay of shell, red limestone, and lapis lazuli in Bitumen on a hollow box. The main panels are known as War and Peace. The Peace panel depicts animals, fish and other goods brought in procession to a banquet. Seated figures drink whilst a musician plays a lyre.From the British Museums collection
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Ancient City Archaeological Banquet British Museum Burial Chamber Charles Leonard Charles Leonard Woolley Excavation Excavations Iraq Lapis Lazuli Limestone Lyre Mausoleum Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Mosaic Procession Shell Sir Charles Leonard Sir Charles Leonard Woolley Standard Of Ur Sumer Sumerian Woolley Mike Dixon Standard
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This print showcases "The Peace side of the Standard of Ur" an ancient artifact from southern Iraq dating back to 2600-2400 BC. Housed in the prestigious British Museum, this remarkable piece was discovered in a royal tomb at the ancient city of Ur during archaeological excavations led by Sir Charles Leonard Woolley. The image depicts a mosaic-like panel made with intricate inlays of shell, red limestone, and lapis lazuli on a hollow box. The main focus is on a grand banquet scene where seated figures enjoy drinks while being entertained by a musician playing the lyre. The exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident as animals, fish, and other goods are brought in procession towards the feast. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, it transports us back to Mesopotamia's golden era. It offers glimpses into their culture, artistry, and social customs—a window into how royalty celebrated life even after death within lavish burial chambers. The vibrant colors and meticulous design reflect both wealth and power associated with Sumerian royalty. This artifact serves as a testament to human creativity throughout time—an enduring symbol that transcends borders and connects us with our shared heritage. Through careful preservation efforts undertaken by experts like CM Dixon (Mike Dixon), this extraordinary piece continues to inspire awe and fascination among visitors who have the privilege of witnessing its splendor at one of the world's most renowned museums—the British Museum.
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