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Framed Print : The palaces of Nimroud [Calah] restored, 1853 (lithograph)
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The palaces of Nimroud [Calah] restored, 1853 (lithograph)
3899808 The palaces of Nimroud [Calah] restored, 1853 (lithograph) by Layard, Austen Henry (1817-94); New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: From A second series of the Monuments of Nineveh: including bas-reliefs from the palace of Sennacherib and bronzes from the ruins of Nimroud by Austen Henry Layard, Esq.
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.
Ashurnasirpal IIs palace of Kalhu at Nimrud was built and completed in 879 BC.
); British, out of copyright
Media ID 23139510
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Akkadia Akkadian Archaeological Ashshurbanipal Ashurbanipal Assurbanipal Assyria Assyrian Imaginary Imagined Iraq Kalhu Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Near East Neo Assyrian Nimrud Nineveh Tigris
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Step back in time with our exquisite framed print of The Palaces of Nimroud [Calah], restored, 1853, a captivating lithograph by Austen Henry Layard from Bridgeman Images. This fine art piece, sourced from the New York Public Library, showcases the magnificent ruins of ancient Nimroud [Calah] in mesmerizing detail. Bring the rich history and grandeur of the ancient world into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality framed print.
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This lithograph print, titled "The palaces of Nimroud [Calah] restored, 1853" takes us on a journey back in time to the ancient city of Nineveh. Created by Austen Henry Layard, this artwork showcases the grandeur and architectural brilliance of the palaces that once stood in Nimrud. The image transports us to a world where King Sennacherib ruled over Assyria during the 8th century BC. The scene depicts his grandson Ashurbanipal's library, a testament to their rich cultural heritage. As we gaze upon the print, we can almost imagine ourselves walking through these majestic halls adorned with intricate bas-reliefs and surrounded by exquisite bronzes. Nimrud itself was an important center for the Neo-Assyrian Empire and served as a symbol of power and opulence. The palace complex at Kalhu was built under Ashurnasirpal II's reign in 879 BC, showcasing remarkable Mesopotamian architecture. Through this lithograph, Layard brings history alive before our eyes. We are reminded of the archaeological wonders discovered at Nimrud and Nineveh that have shaped our understanding of ancient civilizations. This artwork serves as both an educational tool and an artistic masterpiece capturing the essence of Middle Eastern culture. As we admire this print from Bridgeman Images' collection, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its significance in preserving our collective human history.
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