Excavations at Haft Tepe, Iran

By (author) Ezat O Negahban

Book cover: Excavations at Haft Tepe, Iran

Extent: 176 pages

Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Museum

Subjects: Ancient Near East

Language: English

Hardback (Published)

(January 1990)

ISBN: 9780934718899

8.46 x 10.98 inches

Price: $75.00

In stock

The ancient site of Haft Tepe in southwestern Iran, near Susa, underwent excavations from 1969 to 1979. Directed by Ezat Negahban, the project, documented in this volume, focused on architectural remains and artifacts, providing valuable insights, particularly through numerous seal impressions.


The ancient remains at Haft Tepe (the ancient name of the site is unknown) lie on the plain of Khuzistan in southwestern Iran close to the ruins of ancient Susa. Excavations under the directorship of Ezat Negahban and under the auspices of the Iranian Ministry of Culture and Art were conducted from 1969 through 1979. This volume contains extensive information one excavation and the architectural remains, and includes a catalogue of the artifacts. Of special interest are the many seal impressions.

  • By (author) Ezat O Negahban