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Snakes on Ceramic box

European Museums, The British Museum

Such boxes were made during the Akkadian period and in later centuries, for magical or religious purposes. As snakes renew their skin, they were linked to healing. They were also respected because of their venom. 2000 - 1750 B.C. (Old Babylonian period) From Ur

Ceramic box with snakes
Genre:  2000 - 1750 B.C.

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Ceramic box with snakes


Ceramic box with snakes

Ceramic box with snakesSuch boxes were made during the Akkadian period and in later centuries, for...

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