Assyrian Flashcards

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Timeline of Assyria

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1100-612 BC

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Main arts of Assyria Period

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King Assurnasirpal II Hunting lions
and
Winged Bull

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What is the composition of King Assurnasirpal II hunting lions?

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King Assurnasirpal can be seen firing a bow towards a lion while being on top of a chariot driven by horses.

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What metaphor does King Assurnasirpal II hunting lions create?

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It gives off the metaphor of King Assurnasirpal II being fearless and asserting dominance against his enemies.

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What creates 3d space?

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The placement of the horses in the relief makes a three-dimensional illusion.

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What is the Winged bull?

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The winged bull is a Assyrian sculpture of a Lamassu.

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What is a Lamassu?

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A Lamassu is a hybrid animal that guards palace entrances.

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What Lamassu is the Winged bull?

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The winged bull is a figure of the body and legs of a bull with a human head. It has also been given wings.

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