old babylonian cuneiform clay tablet (1 Ergebnisse)

63 x 44 mm. In custom-made half morocco box. Large cuneiform clay tablet, closely written on both sides, containing an inventory of labourers available for field work under the supervision of a foreman or warden. The list cites especially drivers of plough oxen, naming the foremen individually. Some of the labourers are listed as "sick", others as "prisoners". - A small repair in the lower half, otherwise very finely preserved. Includes full translation. - Provenance: Swiss private collection.