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Iconographic evidence of hybridisation between Camelus bactrianus and Camelus dromedarius at second-century AD Hatra, Iraq

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: In a sculpted frieze on a lintel of the so-called Temple of Allat at Hatra (second century AD), two rows of sitting camels converge towards a possible royal portrait. The two lead animals were previously interpreted as Bactrian camels. We reconsider this interpretation in light of recent information on ancient and contemporary practices of hybridisation between Camelus bactrianus and Camelus dromedarius.

Source: Antiquity

DOI: 10.15184/aqy.2021.169

Authors: Massimo Vidale, Stefania Berlioz, Rowaed Mohammed

Institution: University of Padua

Language: English

Topic: Archaeology and Historical Studies

Subfield: Archeology

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,255

OpenAlex ID: W4210434725