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View of a basalt orthostat brought to light during the excavations of Robert Braidwood at Tell Tayinat. A large cedar column would have been placed on top of this base.
Note the details of the chariot drawn by a pair (?) of horses. The wheel of the chariot has 8 spokes and is "manned" by a driver and his assistant. A defeated enemy is being trampled by the horse(s) and the chariot. Date: 8th century B.C.
This column base is on display in the archaeological museum in Antakya.
