Features of Harappan Seals:
The seals were the most distinctive object of the Harappan civilization & made of a stone called steatite.
Seals often contained animal motifs and signs from a script that remains un-deciphered.
The seals were generally square or rectangular in shape.
Seals and sealings played a crucial role in enabling long-distance communication.
To ensure the security of goods during transportation, a bag's mouth was tied with rope, and wet clay was applied on the knot. One or more seals were pressed onto the clay, leaving distinct impressions.
The intact sealing upon the bag's arrival indicated that it had not been tampered with.
It also served to convey the identity of the sender, providing information about the origin of the goods.
Interestingly, the motifs depicted on the seals, usually animals, may have conveyed meaning to individuals who were unable to read. |
