Poster Print : Relief depicting a eagle-headed protective spirit. Nimrud
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Relief depicting a eagle-headed protective spirit. Nimrud
Relief depicting a Eagle-headed protective spirit. 865-860 BC. From Northwest Palace. Nimrud. British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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Archaic Ashurnasirpal Assyria Assyrian Beak Container Creature Cuneiform Eagle Fantastic Fantastical Genius Gypsum Hands Iraq Kalhu Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Mythological Mythology Neo Assyrian Nimrud Northwest Panel Protection Protective Spirit
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Add an ancient touch to your decor with our stunning Nimrud Eagle-headed Protective Spirit Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating relief, dating back to 865-860 BC, showcases the intricate detail and craftsmanship of the ancient Assyrian civilization. The powerful eagle-headed spirit, discovered in the Northwest Palace of Nimrud, exudes strength and protection. Bring the rich history and culture of the British Museum in London, United Kingdom, into your home or office with this beautiful and authentic reproduction.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.2cm x 30.3cm (8" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This relief print depicts an eagle-headed protective spirit from the ancient city of Nimrud, which dates back to the 9th century BC. The relief is part of the Northwest Palace, located in the ancient Assyrian city of Kalhu, now known as Nimrud in modern-day Iraq. The relief is currently housed in the British Museum in London, United Kingdom. The eagle-headed spirit, with its fierce gaze and outstretched wings, is a common motif in ancient Mesopotamian art and mythology. The eagle head represents the divine power and protection of the gods, while the body of the spirit is depicted as a muscular human figure. The spirit is shown carrying a container in each hand, possibly symbolizing the power to give and receive life or the ability to bestow blessings. The relief is made of gypsum, a common building material in ancient Mesopotamia. The intricate details of the relief, including the cuneiform inscriptions and the fantastical features of the eagle head, demonstrate the advanced artistic skills of the Neo-Assyrian civilization. The eagle-headed protective spirit is believed to have been part of a larger panel, possibly depicting the great Assyrian king Ashurnasirpal II. The king is known to have commissioned extensive building projects, including the Northwest Palace, to showcase his power and wealth. The eagle-headed spirit would have been one of many mythological creatures and gods depicted on the palace walls, serving to awe and inspire those who entered the palace. This relief print offers a glimpse into the rich and fantastical world of ancient Mesopotamian art and mythology, transporting us back to a time when gods and spirits were believed to play an active role in the lives of mortals.
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