Ancient Near East 2.01

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Register

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A horizontal band, often on top of another, that tells a narrative story.

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Lapis Lazuli

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A precious blue material used for decoration and jewelry.

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Hierarchical Scale

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An artistic convention in which greater size indicates greater importance.

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Votive Offering

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A gift of gratitude to a deity.

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Bent Axis

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Indirect access, no pathway straight to entrance.

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Cella

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The main room of a temple where the god is housed.

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Stele

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A carved stone slab used to mark graves or to commemorate historical events.

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Apadana

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A royal audience hall in Persepolis.

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Column

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Column structure in architecture.

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Shaft

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The body of a column.