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This rectangular basalt statue of Halparunda II, king of Maraş, was found at Maraş(modern-day Kahramanmaraş, Turkey). The Hittite hieroglyphic inscriptions can be seen on the sides and back of the statue; the king introduces himself with his titles and tells his deeds. Late Hittite period, 9th century BCE. (Istanbul Archeological Museums/Ancient Orient Museum, Istanbul, Turkey).
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Amin, O. S. M. (2015, March 04). Statue of Halparunda II. World History Encyclopedia. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/3662/statue-of-halparunda-ii/
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