Carchemish Relief

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Cast of Three reliefs portraying members of the Carchemish royal family from the Neo-Hittite era, dating back around 800 BC. Yariri, the regent in charge, is seen grasping young King Kamani firmly by the arm. Meanwhile, youthful princes engage in a rambunctious game of knuckle-bones and tops, as one tries to take his first steps towards walking independently. A queen or nursemaid holds a baby in her arms. According to the inscription, Yariri's role is explicitly described.