7,000-Year-Old Figurine Discovered in Kuwait
7,000-Year-Old Figurine Discovered in Kuwait

7,000-Year-Old Figurine Discovered in Kuwait

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Archaeologists in Kuwait have unearthed a 7,000-year-old clay figurine at the Bahra 1 site, which resembles modern depictions of extraterrestrial beings, complete with an elongated skull and slanted eyes. This discovery is significant as it is the first of its kind found in Kuwait and the Arabian Gulf, shedding light on the Ubaid culture that thrived from 5500 to 4900 BC. The figurine, crafted from Mesopotamian clay, reflects the cultural exchange between Ubaid and Neolithic societies in the region, highlighting the Ubaid's influence and trade practices. Researchers suggest that the figurine may have held ritualistic or symbolic value, possibly linked to cranial deformation practices prevalent in Ubaid society. The ongoing excavations at Bahra 1 continue to reveal insights into the area's ancient cultural dynamics and its role as a crossroads of prehistoric interaction. This discovery opens new avenues for understanding the social rituals and artistic expressions of the Ubaid people.

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