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Ancient Near Eastern Cylinder Seals from the Marcopoli Collection
Beatrice Teissier
出版Univ of California Press, 2023-11-15
主題History / Ancient / General
ISBN05203489159780520348912
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=iVDhEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋The Marcopoli Collection of ancient Near Eastern cylinder and stamp seals offers a remarkable window into the art and history of Syria and surrounding regions. Established in the late 19th century by the Marcopoli family, hereditary Italian consuls in Aleppo, this collection is a testament to their fascination with archaeology and commitment to preserving relics of the past. Under Paolo Marcopoli’s stewardship, the collection expanded significantly and stands today as a treasure trove of artifacts, particularly rich in Syrian seals from the third and early second millennia. These seals are invaluable for enhancing our understanding of Syrian glyptic art, adding new layers of iconographical data and exceptional artistry to the historical record.

This catalogue focuses primarily on the collection’s cylinder seals, providing detailed descriptions and insights into their styles and iconography, and classifies the seals based on established conventions. The seals’ broad geographic origins—from Syria to southern and northern Mesopotamia, and potentially Iran—further enrich the collection’s diversity. This work is essential for scholars and enthusiasts of ancient Near Eastern history and art, offering a glimpse into the region's cultural heritage, complete with meticulous documentation and cross-references to other significant collections. A forthcoming catalogue will explore the equally fascinating stamp seals of this collection.

This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1984.