Sippar Collection

Babylonian boundary-stone (kudurru) of the time of King Nebuchadnezzar I of Babylon, c1125-1104 BC
Babylonian boundary-stone (kudurru) of the time of King Nebuchadnezzar I of Babylon, about 1125-1104 BC. From Sippar, southern Iraq

Map of the World, probably from Sippar, southern Iraq, Babylonian, c700-c500 BC. This tablet contains both a cuneiform inscription and a unique map of the Mesopotamian world

Clay model of a sheeps liver, Old Babylonian, c1900-1600 BC. Probably from Sippar, southern Iraq
Clay model of a sheeps liver, Old Babylonian, about 1900-1600 BC. Probably from Sippar, southern Iraq. The Babylonians believed that the world was controlled by gods

Tablet showing King Hammurapi at worship, First Dynasty of Babylon, about 1760-1750 BC
Detail of a relief of King Hammurapi at worship. Fragment of a stone stele dedicated by Itur-Ashdum, First Dynasty of Babylon, about 1760-1750 BC, probably from Sippar, southern Iraq

Statuette of a Babylonian worshipper, possibly Hammurabi, dedicated to the God Amurru. It is made of bronze and silver with golden hands. From the Louvres collection

Stone lions head, Neo-Assyrian, about 680-670 BC, from Sippar, southern Iraq
Stone lions head, Neo-Assyrian, about 680-670 BC, From Sippar, southern Iraq. This lions head of white limestone comes from the Temple of Shamash

Babylonian story of the flood on a clay tablet, probably from Sippor, Old Babylonian, 1635BC. This is one of three tablets which contained the Epic of Ammisaduqa, hero of the Babylonian flood story

Map of the World. ca. 700 BC - 500 BC. Tablet with world map of the Mesopotamian world, with Babylon in the middle. Babylonian art. UNITED KINGDOM. London. The British Museum. Proc: IRAQ. Sippar

Map of Mesopotamia. Computer artwork of markings on a stone tablet showing a map of Mesopotamia. The stone tablet dates from between 700 and 500 BC and is from Sippar in southern Iraq

CUNEIFORM. Babylonian stone tablet of King Nabu-apla-iddina and seated sun-god Samas. From sippar, c870 B. C
CUNEIFORM. Babylonian stone tablet of King Nabu-apla-iddina and seated sun-god Samas. From sippar, c870 B.C

Babylonian. Second Dynasty of Isin in the reign of Nebuchadnezzar II (1126-1105 BC). Boundary-stone. Kudurru. Limestone stela. Text. Cuneiform. Sippar, Abu Habba. Iraq. British Museum

Clay model of a sheeps liver. Babylonian, about 1900-1600 BC from Sippar, southern Iraq. Babylonians believed that the world was controlled by gods

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Sippar, a historical city in southern Iraq, holds within its ancient boundaries a wealth of artifacts that offer glimpses into the rich history and culture of Babylonian civilization. One such artifact is the Babylonian boundary-stone (kudurru) dating back to the reign of King Nebuchadnezzar I, which stands as a testament to the administrative prowess of this mighty ruler. In addition to this kudurru, it has yielded a cuneiform tablet containing the Atrahasis Epic. This epic poem provides valuable insights into Mesopotamian mythology and sheds light on their beliefs regarding creation and flood narratives. Amongst the clay treasures discovered is an intriguing mask depicting Huwawa, a fearsome demon from Babylonian folklore. Crafted around 1800-1600 BC, this mask serves as evidence of the artistic skill possessed by ancient artisans who sought to capture mythical beings in intricate detail. A map believed to originate from Sippar offers us a glimpse into how these ancient people perceived their world during approximately 700-500 BC. It showcases their geographical knowledge and highlights their advanced cartographic skills for its time. Furthermore, it has gifted archaeologists with various objects related to religious practices. A clay model representing a sheep's liver was likely used for divination purposes during Old Babylonian times (c1900-1600 BC). Additionally, tablets depicting King Hammurapi at worship provide insight into royal rituals and underline his devotion towards deities like Amurru. The presence of statues such as one possibly portraying Hammurabi himself further emphasizes the importance placed on religious worship in Sippar. These statuettes serve as reminders of both political power and spiritual authority held by rulers during that era. Not only does Sippar boast remarkable artifacts related to religion and governance but it also houses remnants from different periods throughout history.