Assyria Collection (#7)

A female prisoner and camel, illustration from Monuments of Nineveh
2963355 A female prisoner and camel, illustration from Monuments of Nineveh, 1849 (engraving) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

First Side of Obelisk, illustration from Monuments of Nineveh, 1849 (engraving)
2963353 First Side of Obelisk, illustration from Monuments of Nineveh, 1849 (engraving) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Asirios y Babilonios (colour litho)
2810736 Asirios y Babilonios (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asirios y Babilonios)

Champleve furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a winged youth, c. 700 BC (ivory)
3525786 Champlevefurniture or cosmetic box plaque with a winged youth, c. 700 BC (ivory) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); 5.9 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes, c. 800 BC (ivory, gold foil)
3525783 Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes, c.800 BC (ivory, gold foil) by Neo-Assyrian, (9th century BC); 6.4x10.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: From Syria)

Musee assyrien au Louvre, Bas-relief de la premiere salle (engraving)
3644501 Musee assyrien au Louvre, Bas-relief de la premiere salle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musee assyrien au Louvre)

Une Decouverte par M Layard, a Nemroud (engraving)
3644620 Une Decouverte par M Layard, a Nemroud (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Decouverte par M Layard, a Nemroud)

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Wall relief of Gilgamesh from the ruins of Dur-Sharrukin, capital city of the Assyrians at the time of King Sargon II
3647838 Wall relief of Gilgamesh from the ruins of Dur-Sharrukin, capital city of the Assyrians at the time of King Sargon II (engraving) by German School

Gateway to an Assyrian palace (coloured engraving)
3630000 Gateway to an Assyrian palace (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gateway to an Assyrian palace)

Detail of Sargon II and guard, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c
3288593 Detail of Sargon II and guard, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c.716-713 BC by Assyrian, (8th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Sargon II and dignitary, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c. 716-713 BC
3288524 Sargon II and dignitary, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c.716-713 BC by Assyrian, (8th century BC); Louvre, Paris

The Oath of Semiramis, c. 1623-24 (oil on copper)
1217970 The Oath of Semiramis, c. 1623-24 (oil on copper) by Cortona, Pietro da (Berrettini) (1596-1669); 51.2x70.7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Italian

Rectangular Chaldaean Temple (engraving)
672434 Rectangular Chaldaean Temple (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rectangular Chaldaean Temple)

Lion from the palace of Assurnazirpal, Nimroud, British Museum (engraving)
672427 Lion from the palace of Assurnazirpal, Nimroud, British Museum (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez

Bronze lion, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving)
672425 Bronze lion, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bronze lion, from Khorsabad, Louvre)

Reconstruction of the hall of an Assyrian palace, from
CHT219349 Reconstruction of the hall of an Assyrian palace, from Discoveries in the Ruins of Nineveh and Babylon by Austen Henry Layard (1817-94) (colour litho) by English School

Reconstruction of the entrance of the palace of Sargon II (721-705 BC) at Khorsabad, Iraq
CHT225218 Reconstruction of the entrance of the palace of Sargon II (721-705 BC) at Khorsabad, Iraq, 1867 (colour engraving) by Thomas, Felix (1815-75) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

Human-headed Bull and winged figure from a gateway on the wall surrounding Koujunjik
STC222043 Human-headed Bull and winged figure from a gateway on the wall surrounding Koujunjik, plate 3 from Nineveh and its Remains by Austen Henry Layard (1817-94) published 1849 (litho)

Ashurbanipal offering lions in sacrifice
LLM454238 Ashurbanipal offering lions in sacrifice by Baixeras-Verdaguer, Dionisio (1862-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ashurbanipal offering lions in sacrifice)

Effigie royale, musee du Louvre (engraving)
2789902 Effigie royale, musee du Louvre (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Effigie royale, musee du Louvre)

Stele representing the goddess Ishtar of Arbeles holding a lion
JLJ4586923 Stele representing the goddess Ishtar of Arbeles holding a lion. Basalt relief from the Neo-Assyrian period (1000-612 BC) 8th century BC

Paleo Assyrian tablet. Contract between merchants with cuneiforme writing
JLJ4607935 Paleo Assyrian tablet. Contract between merchants with cuneiforme writing, 19th century BC. Mesopotamia, Assyria

Art Mesopotamia (Assyria): Warrior in arms from the court of the palace of the king of
JLJ4607465 Art Mesopotamia (Assyria): Warrior in arms from the court of the palace of the king of Assyria Sargon II (721 - 705 BC)

Cylinder seal with scorpion-man and modern impression, c
5049873 Cylinder seal with scorpion-man and modern impression, c.8th-7th century BC (quartz, crypto-crystalline) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); 4 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions, c
5049851 Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions, c.9th-8th century BC (ivory) by Assyrian School; 16.2x6.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Historical Atlas of Mesopotamia. Babylonia, Syria and Assyria. End of 18th century
GIA4709833 Historical Atlas of Mesopotamia. Babylonia, Syria and Assyria. End of 18th century. by Unknown artist, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Historical Atlas of Mesopotamia)

Relief of the hunt: Hittite king Maradas in a tank chasing a deer like the kings of
JLJ4664312 Relief of the hunt: Hittite king Maradas in a tank chasing a deer like the kings of Assyria. Neo - Hittite period, around 1050 - 900 BC. From Anatolia

Excavations undertaken by Paul-Emile (Paul Emile) Botta
GIA4808784 Excavations undertaken by Paul-Emile (Paul Emile) Botta, Consul of France in Nineveh at the site of Khorsabad (Khunsabad), former Assyrian capital north of Mosul. Iraq

The ancient city of Nineveh, ancient city of Assyria, showing the imaginary view of an
GIA4814979 The ancient city of Nineveh, ancient city of Assyria, showing the imaginary view of an Assyrian palace. by Unknown Artist

Assyrian Rabshakeh demands surrender of Jerusalem - Bible
3779965 Assyrian Rabshakeh demands surrender of Jerusalem - Bible by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); (add.info.: The Assyrian Rabshakeh demanding the surrender of Jerusalem)

Relief depicting Sargon II (721-705 BC) and a vizier, from the Palace of Sargon II at
XIR54789 Relief depicting Sargon II (721-705 BC) and a vizier, from the Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, Iraq (gypsum) by Assyrian, (8th century BC); Louvre, Paris, France; out of copyright

Assyrian Palace, restored (engraving)
653837 Assyrian Palace, restored (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assyrian Palace, restored)

Layards discoveries at Nimroud (engraving)
6010341 Layards discoveries at Nimroud (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Layards discoveries at Nimroud)

Relief depicting porters laden with gifts (stone)
XIR161315 Relief depicting porters laden with gifts (stone) by Assyrian, (9th century BC); Iraq Museum, Baghdad; out of copyright

Hexagonal cylinder, inscribed with the Annals of Esarhaddon King of Assyria, c
LRI2638254 Hexagonal cylinder, inscribed with the Annals of Esarhaddon King of Assyria, c.676 BC (clay) by Assyrian, (7th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Archeological excavations: discovered low Assyrian reliefs in Nemroud (Asia Minor
XEE4162466 Archeological excavations: discovered low Assyrian reliefs in Nemroud (Asia Minor) by the English archeologist Austen Henri Layard, 1845

Maison Assyrienne - (Assyrian House, Universal Exhibition, Paris
XEE4154049 Maison Assyrienne - (Assyrian House, Universal Exhibition, Paris, 1889) engraving of 1889 in " Histoire de habitation humaine A l Exposition Universelle de 1889

Relief panel of winged eagle-headed supernatural figure, c. 883-59 B. C. (gypsum alabaster)
3597305 Relief panel of winged eagle-headed supernatural figure, c.883-59 B.C. (gypsum alabaster) by Neo-Assyrian, (9th century BC); 106.1x60.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Assyrian Crown-Prince, c. 704-681 B. C. (gypsum plaster)
3597300 Assyrian Crown-Prince, c.704-681 B.C. (gypsum plaster) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); 66.5x35.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Relief fragment: cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream, c. 704-681 B. C
3597299 Relief fragment: cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream, c.704-681 B.C. (gypsum alabaster) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Threshold pavement slab with a carpet design, 7th century B. C. (gypsum alabaster)
3597297 Threshold pavement slab with a carpet design, 7th century B.C. (gypsum alabaster) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); 83.8x73.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The capture of Damascus in 732 BC by Tiglath-Pileser III
3614209 The capture of Damascus in 732 BC by Tiglath-Pileser III, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

Furniture plaque: hawk, c. 18th century BC (hippopotamus ivory)
3525780 Furniture plaque: hawk, c.18th century BC (hippopotamus ivory) by Anatolian School; 11.2 wide cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Anatolia)

Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, c
3525784 Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, c.8th-7th century BC (ivory) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); height: 7.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Furniture support: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, c
3525779 Furniture support: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, c.18th century BC (hippopotamus ivory, gold foil) by Anatolian School; 12.7x10.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

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"Discovering the Ancient Splendor of Assyria: A Journey Through Time" Step into the captivating world of Assyria, an ancient civilization that left an indelible mark on history. From the grandeur of its kings in chariots to the mesmerizing landscapes of Mesopotamia, let us embark on a voyage through time. As we unfold a map showcasing the Byzantine Empire, we delve deeper into the roots of Assyria. This mighty empire once stretched across vast territories, leaving behind a legacy that still echoes today. Immerse yourself in the allure of travel with a Cunard Line poster, reminiscent of journeys taken by explorers who sought to unravel Assyria's mysteries. The promise of adventure awaits as we set sail towards this enigmatic land. Behold an image etched in history - an Assyrian king majestically riding his chariot. Witness their power and dominance as they conquered lands far and wide, forging one of antiquity's most formidable empires. Travel back further to Ancient Mesopotamia where life flourished amidst fertile plains and great rivers. Marvel at their advanced civilizations and innovative achievements that laid foundations for future societies. Gaze upon John Martin's masterpiece depicting "The Fall of Babylon, " capturing both awe-inspiring architecture and historical events that shaped Assyrian heritage. Let your imagination soar as you envision this pivotal moment in time. Adorned in resplendent attire, explore ancient Assyrian costumes which reflect their rich cultural tapestry. Each garment tells stories passed down through generations – tales woven into every thread. Trace our steps along a copperplate engraving revealing Eden's mythical location near Mount Ararat - a place shrouded in legend and biblical significance. Uncover connections between faith and history within these sacred grounds. Unfurl an illustrated map displaying the vast expanse once ruled by mighty Assur; marvel at cities like Nineveh standing tall against the test of time.