The ancient Anatolian hieroglyph that sounds like a cow
In short: Discover why curator Jamie Fraser selected a surprising object from the British Museum's collection. This piece features ancient hieroglyphics that are not Egyptian, yet it remains one of the most impressive bovine-related items in the museum.
In this episode of Curators Cornered, Jamie Fraser presents a unique selection for the 'Best Bovine Object' category. The object is notable for its use of Luwian hieroglyphics rather than the more widely recognized Egyptian script. While the connection to cattle, bulls, or oxen is not immediately obvious to the casual observer, the object is described as one of the most substantial bovine-related items in the collection.
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