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Painted bricks from the N. W. Palace at Nimroud [Calah], 1849 (lithograph)
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Painted bricks from the N. W. Palace at Nimroud [Calah], 1849 (lithograph)
3899816 Painted bricks from the N.W. Palace at Nimroud [Calah], 1849 (lithograph) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: From The monuments of Nineveh, from drawings made on the spot by Austen Henry Layard, Esq.
The ornaments and colours were selected from the decorations in the painted chambers at Nimrud.
King Sennacherib of Assyria 705-681 BC was responsible for building at the Akkadian capital of Nineveh.
His grandson Ashurbanipal, the last great King of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, 668-c.627 BC built the library.); British, out of copyright
Media ID 23660816
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Akkadia Akkadian Archaeological Ashshurbanipal Ashurbanipal Assurbanipal Assyria Assyrian Ceramics Fragments Iraq Kalhu Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Near East Neo Assyrian Nimrud Nineveh Painted
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This lithograph print showcases the intricate beauty of painted bricks from the N. W. Palace at Nimroud, also known as Calah. Created in 1849 by Austen Henry Layard, this artwork is part of a larger collection called "The monuments of Nineveh" which features drawings made on-site by Layard himself. The vibrant colors and ornate patterns depicted on these ancient bricks provide a glimpse into the rich history and artistic traditions of Mesopotamia. These decorative elements were carefully selected from the painted chambers at Nimrud, an archaeological site associated with King Sennacherib of Assyria (705-681 BC) and his grandson Ashurbanipal (668-c. 627 BC). Nimrud was once a thriving capital city during the Akkadian period, and it held great significance within the Neo-Assyrian Empire. The library built by Ashurbanipal remains one of its most notable achievements. Through this lithograph print, we are transported back in time to witness the remarkable craftsmanship that adorned these structures thousands of years ago. The attention to detail and skillful execution showcased in each brick fragment is truly awe-inspiring. This artwork serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with archaeology and our continuous quest for knowledge about our past civilizations. It invites us to appreciate not only the beauty captured within this image but also the historical significance it represents.
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