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Plaque depicting a cow and a calf among papyrus plants, c. 850-700 BC (ivory carving)
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Plaque depicting a cow and a calf among papyrus plants, c. 850-700 BC (ivory carving)
AMQ113704 Plaque depicting a cow and a calf among papyrus plants, c.850-700 BC (ivory carving) by Iraqi School; 12.6x6.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: tribute to Assyrian king at Nimrud, Northern Iraq; inlay for wooden furniture; ); © Ashmolean Museum
Media ID 25157078
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This ivory carving, titled "Plaque depicting a cow and a calf among papyrus plants" transports us back to ancient times. Created by the Iraqi School around 850-700 BC, this exquisite piece measures 12.6x6.6 cm and is currently housed in the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK. The plaque showcases an intimate scene of fertility and nurturing as a cow tenderly suckles her calf amidst lush papyrus plants. The intricate details carved into the ivory bring life to both the animals and their surroundings, capturing our imagination with its delicacy. Originally crafted as a tribute to an Assyrian king at Nimrud in Northern Iraq, this plaque also served as an inlay for wooden furniture. Its purpose was not only decorative but symbolic too; it represented prosperity and abundance associated with cattle. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork, we are reminded of the deep connection between humans and animals throughout history. It serves as a testament to our appreciation for nature's gifts and our desire to honor them artistically. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' photo print, we can now admire this ancient masterpiece from afar while marveling at its timeless beauty.
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