The second film in our series exploring the remarkable collections of the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. In this episode, Prof. Suzannah Lipscomb journeys into the world of Ancient Mesopotamian protectors. Guided by curator Dr Nancy Highcock, we uncover a fascinating array of objects, from fearsome demon masks to powerful amulets. Whether worn for personal safety or placed to defend entire cities, these artefacts reveal a civilisation where myth and magic were woven into everyday life.
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Tutankhamun: Life Not Death
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Edges of Empire - Life on the Wall
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