Jigsaw Puzzle : Relief depicting a siege of a city. Nimrud
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Relief depicting a siege of a city. Nimrud
Relief depicting a siege of a city. 728 BC. Central Palace. Nimrud. British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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Archer Archers Arrow Assyria Assyrian Besiege Blockade Iraq Kalhu Knife Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Neo Assyrian Nimrud Screen Shield Siege Date Palm Sieging
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of ancient civilizations with our captivating jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle, featuring the "Relief depicting a siege of a city. Nimrud" image from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to 728 BC. Immerse yourself in the dramatic scene of a city under siege, as depicted in the Central Palace of Nimrud. With intricate lines and subtle color variations, this puzzle offers a challenging yet rewarding puzzle experience. Perfect for history enthusiasts, puzzle collectors, or anyone seeking an engaging brain teaser, our high-quality jigsaw puzzles bring art and history right to your living room.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This relief, hailing from the ancient city of Nimrud in northern Iraq, dates back to the 8th century BC during the Neo-Assyrian Empire. Discovered in the Central Palace of this once great city, now in ruins, the relief depicts a pivotal moment in Assyrian military history: the siege of a city. The intricate carvings showcase a determined Assyrian army, led by their formidable king, Tiglath-pileser III, laying siege to an enemy city. Archers, poised with their bows and arrows, prepare to rain down projectiles upon the city's defenders. Soldiers, armed with shields and knives, scale the city walls, while others lay siege using battering rams and archery towers. The relief also highlights the strategic use of blockades, with soldiers cutting down date palms to deny the enemy access to water and food supplies. The siege scene is framed by an impressive arch, adding a grandiose touch to the already impressive relief. This masterpiece of Mesopotamian art, now housed in the British Museum in London, England, offers a glimpse into the military tactics and artistic prowess of the ancient Assyrian civilization. The relief's intricate details and historical significance make it a must-see for anyone interested in ancient history, art, or military strategy.
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