Publisher's Synopsis
The Babylonian and Assyrian Cylinder-Seals of the British Museum is a comprehensive book written by Theodore G. Pinches in 1885. The book is a detailed study of the cylinder seals that were discovered in the British Museum. The author provides a thorough analysis of these seals, their origins, and their significance in the ancient Babylonian and Assyrian cultures. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the seals. The first chapter provides an introduction to the history of the seals and their discovery. The subsequent chapters discuss the different types of seals, their designs, and the inscriptions found on them. The author also provides a detailed description of the materials used to make the seals and the techniques used to create them. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings of the seals, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of ancient Mesopotamian art and culture. Overall, The Babylonian and Assyrian Cylinder-Seals of the British Museum is an important work that sheds light on the rich history and culture of the ancient Near East.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.
