Sargon Ii Collection

Winged genie. Detail of a relief from the palace of Assyrian king Sargon II, 722-705 BC. Artist: Assyrian Art
Winged genie. Detail of a relief from the palace of Assyrian king Sargon II, 722-705 BC. Found in the collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Assyrian sculpture of Gilgamesh holding a lion, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian sculpture of Gilgamesh holding a lion, Palace of Sargon, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Sargon II capturing the Syro-Hittite city of Carchemish on the Upper Euphrates
3614203 Sargon II capturing the Syro-Hittite city of Carchemish on the Upper Euphrates, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

Sargon II, proclaimed king of Assyria, 722 BC, from Hutchinson
3614211 Sargon II, proclaimed king of Assyria, 722 BC, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Sargon II, proclaimed king of Assyria, 722 BC)

The fall of Samaria - Bible
3779963 The fall of Samaria - Bible by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); (add.info.: The fall of Samaria - Israel defeated by the Assyrians)

Mural painting from the palace of Dur-Sharrukin, Assyria, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Mural painting from the palace of Dur-Sharrukin, Assyria, (1928). Last Quarter of 8th Century B.C...Mural painting from the palace of Dur-Sharrukin (castle of Sargon)

Sargons Palace, Khorsabad: The South-Eastern Gate, 1886. Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Sargons Palace, Khorsabad: The South-Eastern Gate, 1886. 19th century imagining of Dur-Sharrukin ( Fort Sargon ), the Assyrian capital built by King Sargon II shortly after he came to the throne in

Temple of the Sibitti, Khorsabad, Iraq, 1977. Khorsabad was the site of Dur Sharrukin, the capital city of the Assyrian Empire in the late 8th century BC during the reign of Sargon II

Inscribed slab from the palace of Sargon II in Dur-Sharrukin, Khorsabad, 8th cen. BC. Artist: Assyrian Art
Inscribed slab from the palace of Sargon II in Dur-Sharrukin, Khorsabad, 8th cen. BC. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Priest with a branch of pomergranate tree. Detail of a relief from the palace of Assyrian king Sargon II, 722-705 BC. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Priest with a branch of pomergranate tree, 722-705 BC. Detail of a relief from the palace of Assyrian king Sargon II. Assyrian Art. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Assyrian relief of a genie protector from the palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad. From the British Museums collection

Assyrian sculpture of a man holding a lion, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian sculpture of a man holding a lion, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian sculptures of human-headed winged bulls at the palace gateway, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian sculptures of human-headed winged bulls at the palace gateway, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief of two servants, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief of a winged genie with a bucket & a cedar cone, Khorsabad, 8th century BC
Assyrian relief of a winged genie with a bucket and a cedar cone making a liberation, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, 8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian sculpture of a human-headed winged bull at the palace gateway, Khorsabad, 8th century BC
Assyrian sculpture of a human-headed winged bull at the palace gateway, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, 8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief showing servants carrying the Kings chariot, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian relief showing servants carrying the Kings chariot, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief showing transport of timber from Lebanon by water, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian relief showing transport of timber from Lebanon by water, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief showing transport of timber by land, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian relief showing transport of timber by land, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

A reconstruction of the ancient Assyrian city of Dur Sharrukin (modern Khorsabad)
ASSYRIA: DUR SHARRUKIN. A reconstruction of the ancient Assyrian city of Dur Sharrukin (modern Khorsabad) showing the citadel and palace of Sargon II and the ziggurat (top center)

PALACE AT KHORSABAD. Reconstruction of the palace at Khorsabad of King Sargon II of Assyria, 721-705 B. C
PALACE AT KHORSABAD. Reconstruction of the palace at Khorsabad of King Sargon II of Assyria, 721-705 B.C

Royal palace of Dur-Sharrukin (Assyria, Iraq)
Illustrious of a Royal palace of Dur-Sharrukin (Assyria, Iraq)

Italy, Sardinia region, Cagliari, bronze statuette representing tribe chief wearing cloak, with sword and stick
Nuraghic civilization, 7th century b.C. Bronze statuette representing chief of tribe wearing a cloak, with a sword and a stick. From Mount Arcosu, Uta, province of Cagliari (Sardinia region, Italy)

Reconstruction of entrance door to harem at Palace of Sargon II, by Place Victor and Felix Thomas, Nineveh and Assyria
Place Victor and Felix Thomas, Nineveh and Assyria, 1867. Reconstruction of the Palace of Sargon II. The entrance door to the harem

Reconstruction of Palace of Sargon II, by Place Victor and Felix Thomas, Nineveh and Assyria
Place Victor and Felix Thomas, Nineveh and Assyria, 1867. Reconstruction of the Palace of Sargon II. View from south-east

Italy, Sardinia region, bronze statuette of archer from Nuraghic village of Abini at Teti
Nuraghic Civilization, 7th century b.C. Bronze statuette of archer from the Nuraghic village of Abini at Teti (Sardinia region, Italy)

Reconstruction of Observatory at Palace of Sargon II, by Place Victor and Felix Thomas, Nineveh and Assyria
Place Victor and Felix Thomas, Nineveh and Assyria, 1867. Reconstruction of the Palace of Sargon II. The Observatory. View, plan, section

Biconical prism bearing cuneiform inscription celebrating Sargon II, from Palace of Sargon, Dur Sharrukin, Iraq
Assyrian civilization, 8th century b.C. Biconical prism bearing a cuneiform inscription celebrating Sargon II. From the Palace of Sargon at Dur Sharrukin (Khorsabad, Iraq)

ASSYRIAN KING, c720 B. C. A King of Assyria presents himself before a statue of the god Nabu: fresco, Khorsabad
ASSYRIAN KING, c720 B.C. A King of Assyria presents himself before a statue of the god Nabu: fresco, Khorsabad, c720 B.C

ASSYRIAN TEMPLE. Reconstruction of an Assyrian temple doorway at Khorsabad, 721-705 B. C
ASSYRIAN TEMPLE. Reconstruction of an Assyrian temple doorway at Khorsabad, 721-705 B.C

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"Sargon II: The Mighty Assyrian King and his Glorious Reign" Step back in time to the 8th century BC, where the legendary Sargon II ruled over the mighty Assyrian Empire. This captivating relief from his palace reveals a mesmerizing Winged genie, showcasing the exquisite artistry of ancient Assyria. In another remarkable sculpture found at Khorsabad, we witness Gilgamesh, a hero of epic proportions, fearlessly holding a lion. This masterpiece exemplifies the strength and courage that defined Sargon II's reign. One cannot overlook Sargon II's military prowess as he captures Carchemish on the Upper Euphrates. A strategic conquest that solidified his power and expanded his empire's borders. The grandeur of Khorsabad Palace comes to life in this historical view from its southeast side. Marvel at its fortified walls which stood tall against any threat during Sargon II's rule. Proclaimed king of Assyria in 722 BC, Sargon II ascended to greatness amidst turbulent times. His leadership brought stability and prosperity to an empire facing numerous challenges. The fall of Samaria is etched into history as one of Sargon II's significant achievements. As depicted in biblical accounts, it marked a turning point for both Israelites and their powerful conqueror. A mural painting discovered within Dur-Sharrukin Palace offers us a glimpse into daily life during Sargon II's era—an enigmatic creation by an unknown artist that captivates with its vivid colors and intricate details. Sargons Palace at Khorsabad unveils its South-Eastern Gate through Alexander Francis Lydon’s artistic lens—a testament to architectural brilliance that adorned this magnificent royal residence. Visit the Temple of the Sibitti in modern-day Iraq; it stands as a reminder of religious devotion during Sargon II’s reign—a sanctuary where worshippers sought solace amidst tumultuous times.