Early Dynastic I

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The first phase in the Early Dynastic period in Mesopotamia, from about 2900 to 2750 BCE. It is characterized by innovations in architecture, specific styles of seal carving, and transitional styles in the plastic arts.
Early Dynastic I
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024