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Art of the first cities : the Third Millennium B. C. from the Mediterranean to the Indus

by Joan Aruz, Ronald Wallenfels

This volume explores the artistic achievements of the first cities in Mesopotamia and western Asia. Featuring contributions from fifty experts, it examines a diverse range of artefacts, including sculptures, reliefs and jewellery, reflecting early cultural exchange.

Accession 4384 ISBN 1588390446 Publisher Metropolitan Museum of Art
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