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Nimroud Sculptures Just Received at the British Museum - Human-Headed and Eagle-Winged Bull, 1850. Creator: Smyth
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Nimroud Sculptures Just Received at the British Museum - Human-Headed and Eagle-Winged Bull, 1850. Creator: Smyth
Nimroud Sculptures Just Received at the British Museum - Human-Headed and Eagle-Winged Bull, 1850. That the interest raised by the exhibition of these remarkable monuments of a remote historic period does not decline, is fully proved by the number of visitors who daily throng the room at the British Museum in which they are deposited...these Marbles are of the greatest importance; whatever may be their real antiquity, they are probably of an earlier date than the first scintillations of Grecian genius, and, therefore, may be reasonably supposed to have exercised some influence over the conceptions and works of the Ionian colonists at least. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Nimroud Sculptures Just Received at the British Museum: A Glimpse into the Ancient World of Assyria, 1850 This photograph, taken by T.D. Scott for the Illustrated London News in 1850, showcases two remarkable Assyrian sculptures as they were being unveiled at the British Museum. The Human-Headed and Eagle-Winged Bulls, originating from the ancient city of Nimroud in Asia Minor (modern-day Iraq), were among the many treasures brought to Europe following the discovery of the ruins of the Assyrian empire. The interest in these ancient monuments, which date back to a time before the first glimmers of Greek genius, continues to draw large crowds to the British Museum. The Marbles, whatever their true age, are believed to predate the Ionian colonists and thus may have influenced their artistic creations. The photograph captures the awe-inspiring presence of these sculptures, with the human-headed figure on the left and the eagle-winged bull on the right. The intricate carvings and engravings on their surfaces reveal the skill and craftsmanship of the Assyrian artisans. The male and female figures, dressed in traditional Assyrian attire, add a sense of scale and context to the scene. The photograph serves as a testament to the enduring allure of ancient history and the role of museums as tourist attractions and repositories of knowledge. It also highlights the importance of preserving and showcasing cultural heritage for future generations to explore and learn from.
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