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Mushhushshu-dragon, Symbol of the God Marduk

Mushhushshu-dragon, Symbol of the God Marduk, 604 - 562 BCE

Babylonian, Mesopotamian

Molded and glazed baked brick

Framed: Overall: 45 1/2 × 65 3/4 inches (115.6 × 167 cm)

31.25

Founders Society Purchase, General Membership Fund

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Mushhushshu-dragon, Symbol of the God Marduk, 604 - 562 BCE

Babylonian, Mesopotamian

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