Poster Print : Lamasu or Bull-man. Gate from Sargon IIs Palace. Dur-Sharru
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Lamasu or Bull-man. Gate from Sargon IIs Palace. Dur-Sharru
Assyrian Art. Lamasu or Bull-man. Gate from Sargon IIs Palace. Dur-Sharrukin (Khorsabad). Assyria, 721-705 BC. Alabaster. 8th century BC. Louvre Museum. Paris. France
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the ancient world into your home with our exquisite Lamasu or Bull-man Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the impressive Gate from Sargon II's Palace at Dur-Sharrukin (Khorsabad) in Assyria, dating back to the 8th century BC. The alabaster relief depicts the protective deity Lamasu, represented as a bull-man, standing guard. This rights-managed print, which boasts an impressive provenance from the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, is a must-have for history buffs, art enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to add a touch of timeless beauty to their space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricately carved Lamasu, or Bull-man, from the Gate of Sargon II's Palace in Dur-Sharrukin (modern-day Khorsabad), Assyria. Dating back to the 8th century BC, this alabaster relief is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the ancient Assyrian civilization. Lamasu, also known as Shedu, was a protective deity in Assyrian mythology, depicted as a muscular, winged bull with the head of a human or a god. This powerful creature was believed to ward off evil and bring good fortune to the Assyrian rulers and their kingdom. The Gate of Sargon II, which originally stood at the entrance to the palace, is a masterpiece of Assyrian art and architecture. The relief carvings on the gate, including the Lamasu, demonstrate the advanced artistic techniques and innovative design of the Assyrian civilization during the 8th and 7th centuries BC. Sargon II, who ruled from 721-705 BC, was a powerful Assyrian king who expanded the Assyrian empire and left a lasting impact on Mesopotamian history. The discovery of his palace at Dur-Sharrukin in 1843 brought to light a wealth of Assyrian art and artifacts, including this remarkable Lamasu relief. Now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, this ancient treasure continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world, offering a glimpse into the rich history and cultural achievements of the ancient Assyrian civilization.
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