Mesopotamian White Stone Cylinder Seal Kyiv The Capsian people lived primarily

The Capsian people lived primarily from hunting

their burial practices indicate a belief in an afterlife

1070 BC – 600 BC

European traders even studied regional color preferences and bead styles to refine production

Mesopotamian White Stone Cylinder Seal Kyiv The Capsian people lived primarilyNorthwest Mesopotamia, c. 30002000 BC, possibly Ur, Iraq A fascinating Mesopotamian cylinder seal carved from a fine cream white stone. The surface is engraved with a figural scene arranged in a single register, depicting a horse alongside a standing male figure, possibly a deity or high status individual, distinguished by an elaborate, flowing headdress. Although areas of the carving are now smoothed through prolonged use and age related wear, the