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Nimroud Sculptures at the British Museum - Tribute Bearers; Assyrian King and Sword-Bearer, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Nimroud Sculptures at the British Museum - Tribute Bearers; Assyrian King and Sword-Bearer, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Nimroud Sculptures at the British Museum - Tribute Bearers; Assyrian King and Sword-Bearer, 1850. These figures represent tribute-bearers in the presence of the King. In the first, the bended knee and uplifted hands is expressive (as in the Obelisk) of submission and respect. Behind him follows his companion, bearing on his shoulder a monkey, and leading another by a cord. They are both similarly attired, and wear on their feet the buskins turned up at the toes, like the papouch of Constantinople. These figures are short and muscular in form, resembling very much, also, in countenance, the people of Caramania. Eighteen lines of cuneiform inscription traverse this slab.'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This photograph print showcases two Assyrian tribute-bearers, standing before an unseen Assyrian King, as depicted in the Nimroud Sculptures at the British Museum from 1850. The first figure is shown with a bent knee and uplifted hands, symbolizing submission and respect. Behind him, his companion carries a monkey on his shoulder and leads another by a cord. Both figures are short, muscular, and bear a resemblance to the people of Caramania. Their attire includes buskins with turned-up toes, similar to the papouch of Constantinople. The figures are adorned with intricately carved, eighteen-line cuneiform inscriptions that traverse the slab. The Illustrated London News published this image in 1850, providing a detailed description of the scene. The Assyrian tribute-bearers' posture and appearance evoke a sense of respect and submission, as well as a connection to the Middle Eastern culture of the time. The intricately carved details on their bodies and the monkeys they lead further emphasize the richness and complexity of Assyrian art and history. The Nimroud Sculptures, which include this image of the tribute-bearers and the King, were discovered in the ruins of Nineveh, the ancient capital city of the Assyrian Empire, in the mid-19th century. These sculptures, now housed in the British Museum, provide valuable insights into the art, history, and culture of the Assyrian civilization. The photograph print offers a glimpse into this fascinating era, transporting us back in time and inviting us to explore the wonders of the ancient world.
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