Ceramic Claude Agier Mollinari. Manga Stoneware. “toad”

Here is the fifth object in the series about ancient alphabets that we are pleased to present to you. A work by Claude Agier Mollinari that we are currently exhibiting. We have already received several requests so contact us if you would like more information about his works. "CRAPAUDINE"Disc box. Period of the archaic dynasties UR NANSHE King of Lagash (2494-2465 BC) Copy of the writings on a hemispherical toad with a pivot hole in the center. 24 boxes: list of the Prince's constructions. Louvre Reference: AO 252 "Ur-Nanshe, the king of Lagash, the son of Gunidu, the son of Gurmu, built this temple of Ningirsu, built the temple of Nanshe, built the temple of Gatumdug....The boats of Tilmun brought him wood as tribute from distant lands..." Manga stoneware Oak and bone ash glazes, brushed copper oxide on writing. Work on plaque. Firing temperature 1235° Height 7 cm Diameter 20 cm Weight 1000 gr Laurent Beauty of Kilims