Seal of Tewodros II, source: Richard Pankhurst, The Ethiopians: A History (Peoples of Africa), Wiley-Blackwell, 2001, page 145

Research Group for the Study of Manuscripts SIGLUM extends an invitation to an online lecture (in English) on seals in the manuscript culture of Ethiopia and Eritrea by dr Daria Elagina from Universität Hamburg, Hiob Ludolf Centre for Ethiopian and Eritrean Studies. The lecture will take place at the University of Warsaw on 24th February 2022 at 18:00 (CET) via Zoom.

“Seals in the Manuscript Culture of Ethiopia and Eritrea: An Overview”

Having been used in Ethiopia and Eritrea for centuries, seals represent an important but still understudied element of the manuscript culture of the region. The sources for the study of seals and sealing practices are diverse and require different approaches. The presentation aims at providing an overview of the history of seals, their usage, and their symbolism.

For links to the meeting please contact siglum@wn.uw.edu.pl