Alte Siegelkunst des Vorderen Orients

"Alte Siegelkunst des Vorderen Orients" by Burchard Brentjes explores the ancient art of seal-making in the Near East, focusing on Mesopotamia, Syria, and Iran. The book provides an overview of various types of seals (such as cylinder seals), their artistic styles, manufacturing techniques, and symbolic meanings. Brentjes also discusses the functional roles of seals in administration, religion, and royal authority from the Early Bronze Age to the Iron Age. The work draws on archaeological findings and richly illustrates the visual and symbolic world of early Near Eastern civilizations.