Ancient Mesopotamian Cylinder Seal with Bull Motif - Historical Artifact #2997298 (License: Personal Use)

This artifact is a modern reconstruction of a Late Uruk or Jemdet Nasr period cylinder seal impression, circa 3100-2900 BCE. The central bull wears a fringed garment, indicating ritual significance, while the sun symbol above suggests divine association; the surrounding signs represent some of the earliest known writing in human history. Such seals were rolled onto clay tablets to mark ownership, authenticate documents, or invoke protection.

Used on museum websites, educational platforms, and archaeology blogs to illustrate early writing systems, religious iconography, and administrative practices in ancient Mesopotamia. Matches user intent for learning about Sumerian civilization, artifact interpretation, or comparative semiotics.