Neo - Sumerian Period Flashcards
1
Q
Timeline of the Neo Sumerian?
A
2150-1800 BC
2
Q
What is it’s main part?
A
Gudea
3
Q
How long did the Akkadian dynasty flourish before getting defeated?
A
For over a century
4
Q
Who revived sumerian culture?
A
Gudea - The best known king of Lagash
5
Q
What is Lagash?
A
Lagash is the neo sumerian city state
6
Q
What was gudea’s main purpose?
A
His main purpose was to maintain peace inside his territory
7
Q
What are the statues of gudea made out of?
A
They are made out of diorite - a hard black stone
8
Q
What position can guidea be seen posing in?
A
Either sitting or standing with hands usually folded in prayer.
9
Q
What does gudea wear?
A
Gudea wears a robe over his left shoulder with leaving the right shoulder bare. He also wears a round cap which is decorated with small floral designs.
