The The Standard of Ur comes from the ancient city of Ur (modern Iraq south of Baghdad). It dates to the Early Dynastic period and is 4,600 years old. The standard was probably constructed in the form of a hollow wooden box with scenes of war and peace represented on each side through elaborately inlaid mosaics. Although interpreted as a standard by its discoverer, its original purpose remains enigmatic.
Standard of Ur Mosaic, War Panel, 2600 BC
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