votive disk of enheduanna

The votive disk of Enheduanna is an ancient artifact that is believed to have belonged to Enheduanna, a high priestess of the moon god Nanna who lived in the city of Ur in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 2300 BCE.

The votive disk, also known as the disk of Enheduanna or the disk of Entemena, is a small circular object made of limestone, measuring approximately 20 cm in diameter. It is engraved with intricate designs and inscriptions in Sumerian cuneiform script, and it is believed to have been used in religious ceremonies as an offering to the gods.

The front of the disk depicts a central figure, believed to be the goddess Inanna, surrounded by winged figures and other symbols of divinity. The reverse side features a long inscription in Sumerian that praises Enheduanna and her role as a high priestess.

The votive disk of Enheduanna is considered to be one of the most important artifacts from ancient Mesopotamia, as it provides valuable insights into the religion and culture of the Sumerian people. It is currently housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France.