Assyrian Collection (page 7)

Winged bull, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving)
672426 Winged bull, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winged bull, from Khorsabad, Louvre)

Sarcophagus of Eshmunazar, King of Sidon (stone)
XIR44258 Sarcophagus of Eshmunazar, King of Sidon (stone) by Phoenician, (5th century BC); Louvre, Paris, France; out of copyright

Cloisonne furniture plaque with a figure holding a sword, c. 9th-8th century BC (ivory)
5049863 Cloisonnefurniture plaque with a figure holding a sword, c.9th-8th century BC (ivory) by Assyrian, (9th century BC); 1.38x1.65 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

A large multi-columned Ur III tablet concerning itemised livestock for sacrifice
1764793 A large multi-columned Ur III tablet concerning itemised livestock for sacrifice, 2047-2038 BC (stone) by Sumerian; 18.4x17.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Cloisonne furniture or cosmetic box plaque with three frontal heads, c. 8th-7th century B
3900046 Cloisonnefurniture or cosmetic box plaque with three frontal heads, c.8th-7th century B.C. (ivory) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); 2.59x6.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Winged Griffin with human face, Phoenician style ivory furniture decoration, Nimrud
3288116 Winged Griffin with human face, Phoenician style ivory furniture decoration, Nimrud, 800-700 BC (ivory) by Assyrian, (8th century BC); Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem

In the British Museum (colour litho)
960910 In the British Museum (colour litho) by Crane, Thomas (1808-59); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the British Museum, with an illustration of people standing beneath Egyptian statues)

War Reliefs of Tiglath-Pileser III (BC 745 - 172) late 19th Century (photogravure)
3026003 War Reliefs of Tiglath-Pileser III (BC 745 - 172) late 19th Century (photogravure) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Two archers and a Shieldbearer, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving)
3035736 Two archers and a Shieldbearer, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Enemies of the Assyrians taking refuge in ships (Kouyunlik), from Monuments of Nineveh
3035732 Enemies of the Assyrians taking refuge in ships (Kouyunlik), from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard

The King before a beseiged Castle, the battering ram making a breach in the walls
3035722 The King before a beseiged Castle, the battering ram making a breach in the walls, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub

The conquest of a tribe inhabiting a marsh (Kouyunjik), from Monuments of Nineveh, pub
3035702 The conquest of a tribe inhabiting a marsh (Kouyunjik), from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard

Chariot and attendants of Sennacherib and a Castle on a Mountain (Kouyunjik)
3035701 Chariot and attendants of Sennacherib and a Castle on a Mountain (Kouyunjik), from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard

The interior of a Castle (a ground plan) and Pavilion or Tent, from Monuments of Nineveh
3035728 The interior of a Castle (a ground plan) and Pavilion or Tent, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard

Warriors fighting in Chariots, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving)
3035727 Warriors fighting in Chariots, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

The King receiving prisoners, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving)
3035725 The King receiving prisoners, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Triumphal return of the King from battle, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub
3035724 Triumphal return of the King from battle, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub. 1849 (engraving) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British

Orthostat relief: lion-hunt scene, c. 9th century BC (painted basalt)
3704116 Orthostat relief:lion-hunt scene, c.9th century BC (painted basalt) by Neo-Hittite (9th century BC); 56 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: From Syria)

The king and sacrificial altar at Nimroud [Calah], 1853 (lithograph)
3899851 The king and sacrificial altar at Nimroud [Calah], 1853 (lithograph) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); New York Public Library

Head of a eunuch, 1849 (lithograph)
3899822 Head of a eunuch, 1849 (lithograph) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: From The monuments of Nineveh)

Painted ornaments from Nimroud [Calah], 1849 (lithograph)
3899820 Painted ornaments from Nimroud [Calah], 1849 (lithograph) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: From The monuments of Nineveh)

Two archers and a shield bearer, 1849 (lithograph)
3899809 Two archers and a shield bearer, 1849 (lithograph) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: From The monuments of Nineveh)

Assyrian art (colour litho)
3622629 Assyrian art (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assyrian art.); © Look and Learn

Restauration d un palais assyrien (engraving)
3625897 Restauration d un palais assyrien (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Restauration d un palais assyrien)

The capture, by Assyrians, of an Ionian pirate ship in 8th century BC
3614210 The capture, by Assyrians, of an Ionian pirate ship in 8th century BC, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: The capture)

Une salle du Musee assyrien nouvellement fonde au Louvre (engraving)
3644454 Une salle du Musee assyrien nouvellement fonde au Louvre (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Assyrian army besieging a city (coloured engraving)
3629996 An Assyrian army besieging a city (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Assyrian army besieging a city)

Reception of a victorious Assyrian army (coloured engraving)
3630004 Reception of a victorious Assyrian army (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reception of a victorious Assyrian army)

Sargon II, proclaimed king of Assyria, 722 BC, from Hutchinson
3614211 Sargon II, proclaimed king of Assyria, 722 BC, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Sargon II, proclaimed king of Assyria, 722 BC)

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Assyrian (Cuneiform) (colour litho)
3104497 Assyrian (Cuneiform) (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assyrian (Cuneiform)

Captives and part of the walled city (Kouyunjik) illustration from
2963351 Captives and part of the walled city (Kouyunjik) illustration from Monuments of Nineveh, 1858 (engraving) by Layard

Captives and spoil from The City of Lachich, illustration from
2963349 Captives and spoil from The City of Lachich, illustration from Monuments of Nineveh, 1858 (engraving) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); Private Collection; (add.info)

Figure of a Goddess in Act of Adoration, British Museum (engraving)
670279 Figure of a Goddess in Act of Adoration, British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Figure of a Goddess in Act of Adoration, British Museum)

Palace of Sargon Khorsabad (engraving)
672435 Palace of Sargon Khorsabad (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palace of Sargon Khorsabad)

Square Assyrian Temple (engraving)
672433 Square Assyrian Temple (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Square Assyrian Temple)

Chaldaean Temple (engraving)
672430 Chaldaean Temple (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaldaean Temple)

Assurbanipal in his chariot, from Kouyundjik, Louvre (engraving)
672428 Assurbanipal in his chariot, from Kouyundjik, Louvre (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assurbanipal in his chariot)

Hand Drummer, 900-700 BC (solid cast bronze)
499765 Hand Drummer, 900-700 BC (solid cast bronze) by Assyrian School; 7.3x3.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info)

Miscellaneous Articles
LLM455408 Miscellaneous Articles by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miscellaneous Articles. Illustration from The Costumes of All Nations by Albert Kretschmer)

The late right hon Sir Austin Henry Layard (engraving)
728940 The late right hon Sir Austin Henry Layard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late right hon Sir Austin Henry Layard, G.C.B)

Assyrian and Babylonian (chromolitho)
734982 Assyrian and Babylonian (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assyrian and Babylonian)

The Defeat of an Ionian Fleet, illustration from Hutchinson
IL340199 The Defeat of an Ionian Fleet, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations (litho) by Wigfull, William Edward (1875-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: in 696 BC Kirua)

Costume
LLM461697 Costume. by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Assyria and Babylon. Illustration for Trachten by Friedrich Hottenroth (Verlag von Gustav Weise)

Three cylinder seals with impressions, 1st millennium BC (metal & plaster)
XIR239984 Three cylinder seals with impressions, 1st millennium BC (metal & plaster) by Mesopotamian; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: three cylinders and their footprint; ); out of copyright

Copy of a Mesopotamian letter in its envelope (plaster)
CHT224166 Copy of a Mesopotamian letter in its envelope (plaster) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Poste, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Figure of the Goddess Astarte (terracotta)
FIT168042 Figure of the Goddess Astarte (terracotta) by Cypriot School, (6th century BC); height: 14.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Cypriot

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The Assyrians, an ancient civilization of Mesopotamia, were known for their grandeur and power. With the mighty Assyrian king in his chariot leading the way, they conquered vast territories and established a formidable empire. The Winged Assyrian Bull, a symbol of strength and protection, guarded the entrance to their cities like the magnificent Ishtar Gate. Their artistic prowess is evident in the intricate Babylonian wall tiles that adorned their palaces and temples. These beautifully crafted tiles depicted scenes such as the thrilling Assyrian Lion Hunt or even historical events like The Fall of Babylon by John Martin. As we explore this rich history, we come across fascinating aspects like Ancient Assyrian Costume – garments that reflected their culture and identity. Maps from centuries ago reveal how they believed Eden and Mount Ararat were part of their lands. However, it was not just glory for the Assyrians; they faced challenges too. The Medes of ancient times posed a threat to their dominance but couldn't extinguish their spirit entirely. Today, remnants of this once-mighty civilization can be found in archaeological sites scattered across modern-day Iraq. These artifacts serve as reminders of an era when the Assyrians reigned supreme – leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate us with its splendor and intrigue.