Textile Production and Consumption in the Ancient Near East: Archaeology, Epigraphy, Iconography 1842174894, 9781842174890

In the past, textile production was a key part of all ancient societies. The Ancient Near East stands out in this respec

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Textile Production and Consumption in the Ancient Near East: Archaeology, Epigraphy, Iconography
1842174894, 9781842174890

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