Oriental Cylinders: Impressions Of Ancient Oriental Cylinders Or Rolling Seals Of The Babylonians, A

Oriental Cylinders: Impressions Of Ancient Oriental Cylinders Or Rolling Seals Of The Babylonians, Assyrians, And Medo-Persians is a book written by A. Cullimore and published in 1842. The book is a detailed account of the ancient rolling seals used by the Babylonians, Assyrians, and Medo-Persians. These seals, also known as cylinders, were used to create impressions on clay tablets, which were then used for administrative, legal, and religious purposes. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the various designs and inscriptions found on these cylinders, which offer valuable insights into the culture, religion, and history of the ancient Near East. The author also discusses the techniques used to create these cylinders, including the use of precious stones and metals. The book features numerous illustrations and photographs of the cylinders, providing readers with a visual representation of the intricate designs and inscriptions found on them. The author also provides translations of the inscriptions, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of the significance of these ancient artifacts. Overall, Oriental Cylinders: Impressions Of Ancient Oriental Cylinders Or Rolling Seals Of The Babylonians, Assyrians, And Medo-Persians is an important work for anyone interested in the history and culture of the ancient Near East. It offers a unique perspective on the use of rolling seals in ancient times and provides valuable insights into the art, religion, and politics of the Babylonians, Assyrians, and Medo-Persians.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.