Ashurbanipal and the lion. Assyrian bas-relief. 85 x 43 cm

Description

Relief of Ashurbanipal and the Lion. Reproduction of a bas-relief made in molded marble (marble powder with binders). The finish is done with aging patinas based on natural earth tones that give it the texture and appearance of an ancient sculpture embellished by the passage of time.

Reproductions of sculptures and reliefs, inspired by original pieces from museums. Ancient art. Handmade in Spain. Ideal for interior decoration (living rooms, lobbies, libraries, and offices). Statue suitable for outdoor display, terraces, and gardens, resistant to the elements.

Measurements: Height: 43 cm. Width: 85 cm. Depth: 4.5 cm.

Relief of Ashurbanipal and the Lion. Sculpture inspired by the Assyrian reliefs of the British Museum in London. The most famous reliefs are those depicting scenes of lion hunting, showcasing the greatness and power of the Assyrian Empire, which dominated the region of Mesopotamia between the 9th and 7th centuries BC.

The relief we recreate is an original piece from the Palace of Nineveh, representing the theme of the hunt of King Ashurbanipal (669-630 B.C.), who in this scene is depicted riding a chariot and shooting arrows at a lion. These sculptures display the most outstanding compositions of Assyrian art. The harmony of lines and meticulousness of details of the original bas-reliefs, and the mastery in representing the anatomy of horses and lions, and above all, the portrayal of the animation movement that the artist has conveyed to the animals, make these reliefs authentic masterpieces that reveal the artistic skill and technical ability of the Assyrian sculptors.

The Assyrian Empire was one of the powers that dominated ancient Mesopotamia between the 9th and 7th centuries BC. Assyria was ruled by powerful kings like King Ashurbanipal, known in the Greco-Roman world as Sardanapalus. This monarch was characterized on one hand by his military ferocity, and on the other, by his interest in arts and culture, as reflected in the royal library in Nineveh, one of the largest in the ancient world. During his reign, the Assyrian empire expanded to its maximum extent, spanning from Egypt to Persia.