Stela of Ashurnasirpal II
unknown (Assyrian sculptor)
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Date
-883--859Description
Overall view, looking up; This freestanding gypsum monument was erected by King Ashurnasirpal II (reigned 883-859 BCE). During his reign this form of commemorative sculpture appears in this form. Stelas were erected inside and outside temples, both within the empire and the neighbouring lands which recognized Assyrian rule. This example, which weighs over four tons, was erected outside the Temple of Ninurta (a god of hunting and warfare) built by the king in his newly established capital of Kalhu [Calah, ancient Nimrud]. Source: British Museum [website]; http://www.britishmuseum.org (accessed 6/14/2009)
Type of Work
stele; bas-relief (sculpture)Subject
rulers and leaders, archaeology, Late Assyrian, Neo-Assyrian, Assyrian
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