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Cyprosyllabic Eteocypriot inscription (4 lines) on stone slab, c. 480-310 BC (stone)
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Cyprosyllabic Eteocypriot inscription (4 lines) on stone slab, c. 480-310 BC (stone)
1216505 Cyprosyllabic Eteocypriot inscription (4 lines) on stone slab, c.480-310 BC (stone) by Cypriot; 34x66 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Cyprus
Eteocypriot (undeciphered local language) text from Amathus
Cypro-Classical Period (c. 480 - c. 310 BC)
); eAshmolean Museum; Cypriot, out of copyright
Media ID 22536286
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Cypriot Inscribed Plaque Slab Tablet
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The photograph captures a fascinating relic from ancient times - a Cyprosyllabic Eteocypriot inscription on a stone slab. Dating back to the period between 480 and 310 BC, this artifact is housed in the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK. The inscription consists of four lines of text written in Eteocypriot, an undeciphered local language spoken in Cyprus. Measuring 34x66 cm, this stone slab provides valuable insights into the history and culture of ancient Cyprus. It originates from Amathus, an important city-state on the island during that era. The Cypro-Classical Period, spanning roughly from 480 to 310 BC, was characterized by significant developments in art and writing. Although the exact meaning of this inscription remains unknown due to its undeciphered nature, it serves as a testament to the rich linguistic heritage of Cyprus. The intricate script carved onto the stone surface showcases skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail. This photograph offers viewers a glimpse into an intriguing piece of antiquity - a tangible link to an ancient civilization that thrived centuries ago. As we admire this remarkable artifact today, we are reminded of how much there still is left for us to uncover about our past and how crucial it is to preserve these remnants for future generations.
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