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Five Assyrian dog figurines, made of clay with pigments, 650 BC. Names inscribed on the figurines represent protective qualities.
Each dog features its own name, emphasizing their symbolic roles in warding off evil and protecting households. Figurines like these were often buried beneath thresholds or placed in foundations to guard against evil forces.
British Museum
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