24th Century Bc Collection

"Exploring the Riches of the 24th Century BC: A Glimpse into Ancient Civilizations" Step back in time to the 24th century BC

24th Century Bc Collection: Akkadian inscription on a brick-stamp of baked clay

Akkadian inscription on a brick-stamp of baked clay
Inscription in Akkadian on a brick-stamp of baked clay of King Sarkali-Sarri of the Akkadian dynasty, from Nippur. from the Archaeological Museums collection, Istanbul

24th Century Bc Collection: Funerary Headrest, 5th Dynasty, circa 2513-2374 BCE Creator: Unknown

Funerary Headrest, 5th Dynasty, circa 2513-2374 BCE Creator: Unknown
Funerary Headrest, 5th Dynasty, circa 2513-2374 BCE

24th Century Bc Collection: Ritual Tube (Cong) with Masks, between c.2600 and c.2400 B.C.. Creator: Unknown

Ritual Tube (Cong) with Masks, between c.2600 and c.2400 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Ritual Tube (Cong) with Masks, between c.2600 and c.2400 B.C

24th Century Bc Collection: Statuette of a Female Figure, Early Bronze Age, 2600-2400 BCE. Creator: Unknown

Statuette of a Female Figure, Early Bronze Age, 2600-2400 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Statuette of a Female Figure, Early Bronze Age, 2600-2400 BCE

24th Century Bc Collection: Vessel, Egypt, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5-6 (about 2494-2181 BCE). Creator: Unknown

Vessel, Egypt, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5-6 (about 2494-2181 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Vessel, Egypt, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5-6 (about 2494-2181 BCE)

24th Century Bc Collection: Fragment of a Tomb Wall Depicting Offering Bearers and Butchers, Egypt, Old Kingdom

Fragment of a Tomb Wall Depicting Offering Bearers and Butchers, Egypt, Old Kingdom, mid-Dynasty 5-early Dynasty 6 (about 2445-2287 BCE)

24th Century Bc Collection: Fragment of a Tomb Wall Depicting Donkeys, Egypt, Old Kingdom

Fragment of a Tomb Wall Depicting Donkeys, Egypt, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5 (about 2504-2347 BCE)

24th Century Bc Collection: Wall Fragment from a Tomb Depicting Offering Bearers, Egypt, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6

Wall Fragment from a Tomb Depicting Offering Bearers, Egypt, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6 (about 2400-2250 BCE)

24th Century Bc Collection: Stone relief of Sargon I standing before a tree of life, 24th-23rd century BC

Stone relief of Sargon I standing before a tree of life, 24th-23rd century BC. Sargon I was the founder of the Akkadian Semitic dynasty

24th Century Bc Collection: Head of a bronze statue of Pepy I, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh, 24th-23rd century BC (1926)

Head of a bronze statue of Pepy I, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh, 24th-23rd century BC (1926)
Head of a bronze statue of Pepy I, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the 6th dynasty, 24th-23rd century BC (1926). The third king of the 6th dynasty, Pepi I ruled from 2332 to 2283 BC

24th Century Bc Collection: Pepi I, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the 6th dynasty, 24th-23rd century BC (1926)

Pepi I, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the 6th dynasty, 24th-23rd century BC (1926). Artist: Winifred Mabel Brunton
Pepi I, Ancient Egyptian pharaoh of the 6th dynasty, 24th-23rd century BC (1926). The third king of the 6th dynasty, Pepi I ruled from 2332 to 2283 BC

24th Century Bc Collection: Man leading cattle, wall relief from the Tomb of Ptahhotep, Saqqara, Egypt, 24th century BC

Man leading cattle, wall relief from the Tomb of Ptahhotep, Saqqara, Egypt, 24th century BC. Ptahhotep was a vizier to the 5th Dynasty pharaoh Djedkare Isesi

24th Century Bc Collection: Geese, wall relief from the Tomb of Ptahhotep, Saqqara, Egypt, 24th century BC

Geese, wall relief from the Tomb of Ptahhotep, Saqqara, Egypt, 24th century BC. Ptahhotep was a vizier to the 5th Dynasty pharaoh Djedkare Isesi

24th Century Bc Collection: Figurine Statue, Egypt, 5th Dynasty

Figurine Statue, Egypt, 5th Dynasty. Wooden Man Figurine, Egyptian Museum, Cairo

24th Century Bc Collection: Ancient Egyptian figure of a seated scribe, 25th-24th century BC

Ancient Egyptian figure of a seated scribe, 25th-24th century BC. The figure is of painted limestone with inlaid eyes of rock crystal. It dates from the 5th Dynasty

24th Century Bc Collection: Rillaton Barrow, 24th century BC

Rillaton Barrow, 24th century BC
Rillaton Barrow, site of discoveries that seem to indicate trading with the Mycenean world, 24th century BC

24th Century Bc Collection: Egyptian Scribe Old Kingdom, 2400BC-2000 BC

Egyptian Scribe Old Kingdom, 2400BC-2000 BC. Painted limestone. Egyptian Museum, Munich

24th Century Bc Collection: Fat lady statuette, (3500-2300 BC)

Fat lady statuette, (3500-2300 BC)
Fat lady statuette from a copper-age temple on Malta, from the collection of the Valetta Museum, Malta. (3500-2300 BC)

24th Century Bc Collection: Victory stele of Sargon, from Susa, diorite

Victory stele of Sargon, from Susa, diorite 24th Century B.C. France, Paris, Musee du Louvre, Sumerian art

24th Century Bc Collection: Relief depicting two scribes, from Mastaba of Akheteps at Saqqara, Old Kingdom, Dynasty V

Relief depicting two scribes, from Mastaba of Akheteps at Saqqara, Old Kingdom, Dynasty V, Egyptian civilization
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty V. Relief depicting two scribes, 2400 b.C. From the Mastaba of Akheteps at Saqqara

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"Exploring the Riches of the 24th Century BC: A Glimpse into Ancient Civilizations" Step back in time to the 24th century BC, where history comes alive through fascinating artifacts and inscriptions. This Akkadian inscription on a brick-stamp of baked clay tells tales of an ancient empire's administrative prowess. Marvel at the stone relief of Sargon I standing before a majestic tree of life, showcasing the artistic mastery and symbolism prevalent during this era. The statuette of a mysterious female figure from the Early Bronze Age sparks curiosity about her significance and role in society. Traveling to Egypt, we encounter a vessel from the Old Kingdom that offers insights into their advanced craftsmanship. Its unknown creator left behind an enduring legacy for us to admire. Delving deeper into Egyptian culture, fragments from tomb walls depict offering bearers and butchers engaged in rituals that honored their ancestors. Another fragment showcases donkeys, highlighting their importance as working animals during this period. Witnessing how pyramids were built is awe-inspiring; an image captured in 1890 reveals humanity's remarkable architectural achievements even thousands of years ago. The bronze head statue of Pepy I transports us directly into his reign as an Ancient Egyptian pharaoh. Crafted by Winifred Mabel Brunton, it immortalizes Pepy I's power and influence over his kingdom. Another artwork by Brunton introduces us to Pharaoh Pepi I himself - a ruler who shaped ancient Egypt during these centuries with his wisdom and leadership skills. A wall relief depicting a man leading cattle takes us inside Ptahhotep's tomb at Saqqara. It provides glimpses into daily life activities such as animal husbandry practiced by Egyptians during this era. Lastly, geese depicted on another wall relief remind us that nature played an integral part in ancient civilizations' lives – symbolizing fertility or perhaps serving practical purposes like food sources or guardians of the afterlife.