Khorsabad Collection

Winged Assyrian Bull
Winged, human-headed bull, from the facade of the Palace of King Sargon II, Khorsabad, Late Assyrian Period, c.725 BC (gypsum)

Owen Jones Assyrian 13
Designs taken from enamelled bricks, ornaments from a kings clothing, bronze shields and vessels, and a battering ram, from Khorsabad and Nimroud

Assyrian decoration, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Assyrian decoration, (1898). Examples of ancient Assyrian painting, polychrome sculpture and pottery from what is now Iraq: Fig 1: Portion of a glazed brick from a palace at Khorsabad

Assyrian sculpture of Gilgamesh holding a lion, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian sculpture of Gilgamesh holding a lion, Palace of Sargon, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Khorsabad, Assyrian Temple restored (engraving)
1092765 Khorsabad, Assyrian Temple restored (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Khorsabad, Assyrian Temple restored)

Human headed Bull and winged figure from a gateway in the wall surrounding Kouyunjik
3035694 Human headed Bull and winged figure from a gateway in the wall surrounding Kouyunjik, from Monuments of Nineveh, pub

Detail of King Sargon II of Assyria from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c
3288594 Detail of King Sargon II of Assyria from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c.716-713 BC by Assyrian, (8th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Wall relief of Gilgamesh from the ruins of Dur-Sharrukin, capital city of the Assyrians at the time of King Sargon II
3647838 Wall relief of Gilgamesh from the ruins of Dur-Sharrukin, capital city of the Assyrians at the time of King Sargon II (engraving) by German School

Detail of Sargon II and guard, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c
3288593 Detail of Sargon II and guard, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c.716-713 BC by Assyrian, (8th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Sargon II and dignitary, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c. 716-713 BC
3288524 Sargon II and dignitary, relief from King Sargons palace in Khorsabad, c.716-713 BC by Assyrian, (8th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Bronze lion, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving)
672425 Bronze lion, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bronze lion, from Khorsabad, Louvre)

Restoration of Northern Angle of Palace Court, Khorsabad (engraving)
664751 Restoration of Northern Angle of Palace Court, Khorsabad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Restoration of Northern Angle of Palace Court)

Winged bull, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving)
672426 Winged bull, from Khorsabad, Louvre (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winged bull, from Khorsabad, Louvre)

The Palace at Khorsabad, restored (engraving)
655624 The Palace at Khorsabad, restored (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Palace at Khorsabad, restored)

Nineveh and Persepolis (engraving)
5213084 Nineveh and Persepolis (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nineveh and Persepolis)

Nineveh Sculptures (engraving)
1097925 Nineveh Sculptures (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nineveh Sculptures)

Mural painting from the palace of Dur-Sharrukin, Assyria, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Mural painting from the palace of Dur-Sharrukin, Assyria, (1928). Last Quarter of 8th Century B.C...Mural painting from the palace of Dur-Sharrukin (castle of Sargon)

Sargons Palace, Khorsabad: The South-Eastern Gate, 1886. Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Sargons Palace, Khorsabad: The South-Eastern Gate, 1886. 19th century imagining of Dur-Sharrukin ( Fort Sargon ), the Assyrian capital built by King Sargon II shortly after he came to the throne in

Temple of the Sibitti, Khorsabad, Iraq, 1977. Khorsabad was the site of Dur Sharrukin, the capital city of the Assyrian Empire in the late 8th century BC during the reign of Sargon II

Assyrian relief of Gilgamesh and a lion, from the palace of Sargon at Khorsabad, from the Louvres collection

Assyrian relief of a man leading a horse and rider, from the palace of Sargon at Khorsabad, from the Louvres collection

Assyrian relief of a genie protector, from the palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad
Assyrian relief of a genie protector with a bucket and a cedar cone, from the palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad. From the British Museums collection

Assyrian relief of a genie protector from the palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad. From the British Museums collection

Assyrian sculpture of a man holding a lion, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian sculpture of a man holding a lion, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian sculptures of human-headed winged bulls at the palace gateway, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian sculptures of human-headed winged bulls at the palace gateway, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief of two servants, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief of a winged genie with a bucket & a cedar cone, Khorsabad, 8th century BC
Assyrian relief of a winged genie with a bucket and a cedar cone making a liberation, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, 8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian sculpture of a human-headed winged bull at the palace gateway, Khorsabad, 8th century BC
Assyrian sculpture of a human-headed winged bull at the palace gateway, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, 8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief showing servants carrying the Kings chariot, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian relief showing servants carrying the Kings chariot, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief showing transport of timber from Lebanon by water, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian relief showing transport of timber from Lebanon by water, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

Assyrian relief showing transport of timber by land, Khorsabad, c8th century BC
Assyrian relief showing transport of timber by land, Palace of Sargon II, Khorsabad, c8th century BC. Part of the collection at The Louvre, Paris

A reconstruction of the ancient Assyrian city of Dur Sharrukin (modern Khorsabad)
ASSYRIA: DUR SHARRUKIN. A reconstruction of the ancient Assyrian city of Dur Sharrukin (modern Khorsabad) showing the citadel and palace of Sargon II and the ziggurat (top center)

Nimrod, King Of Shinar, From The Palace Of Khorsabad. From The Imperial Bible Dictionary, Published 1889

PALACE AT KHORSABAD. Reconstruction of the palace at Khorsabad of King Sargon II of Assyria, 721-705 B. C
PALACE AT KHORSABAD. Reconstruction of the palace at Khorsabad of King Sargon II of Assyria, 721-705 B.C

Iraq, Khorsabad (Dur-Sharrukin), reconstruction of Fortress of Sargon II, illustration
Irak. Assyrian Dur Sharrukin (Modern Khorsabad). Reconstructed palace of Sargon II. Color illustration

Assyrian Art. Reliefs from Sargon IIs Palace. Civil servan
Assyrian Art. Lamasu or Bull-man. Reliefs from Sargon IIs Palace. Functionary. Dur-Sharrukin (Khorsabad). Assyria, 721-705 BC. Alabaster. 8th century BC. Louvre Museum. Paris. France

Assyrian Art. Reliefs from Sargon IIs Palace. Genius. Dur
Assyrian Art. Lamasu or Bull-man. Reliefs from Sargon IIs Palace. Genius. Dur-Sharrukin (Khorsabad). Assyria, 721-705 BC. Alabaster. 8th century BC. Louvre Museum. Paris. France

Botha at Khorsabad
The site of Dur-Sharrukin (now caled Khorsabad) was excavated by Paul Emile Botta and Victor Place in the 19th century. The city was founded by Sargon the King of Assyria in 717 BC. Date: 1846

Portal figure from Khorsabad

Babylonian and Assyrian art, Relief from Khorsabad

Human-headed winged bull, from the palace of Sargon at Khorsabad, Iraq
Assyrian civilization, 8th century b.C. Human-headed winged bull, from the palace of Sargon at Khorsabad, Iraq

Reconstruction of south-east gate of Palace of Sargon at Dur-Sharrukin ( Fortress of Sargon ), today Khorsabad
Reconstruction of the south-east gate of the Palace of Sargon at Dur-Sharrukin ( Fortress of Sargon ), today Khorsabad. Etching by Georges Perrot (1832-1914) and Charles Chipiez (1835-1901)

Winged Genie. Protective Genie
Winged Genie. Protective genie. Assyrian art. Relief on rock. Proc: IRAQ. Khorsabad. Palace of Sargon II

ASSYRIAN KING, c720 B. C. A King of Assyria presents himself before a statue of the god Nabu: fresco, Khorsabad
ASSYRIAN KING, c720 B.C. A King of Assyria presents himself before a statue of the god Nabu: fresco, Khorsabad, c720 B.C

ASSYRIAN TEMPLE. Reconstruction of an Assyrian temple doorway at Khorsabad, 721-705 B. C
ASSYRIAN TEMPLE. Reconstruction of an Assyrian temple doorway at Khorsabad, 721-705 B.C

Khorsabad, Iraq, Middle East

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Khorsabad, a mesmerizing ancient city of Assyria, holds within its walls a rich tapestry of history and art. The Winged Assyrian Bull stands tall as a symbol of power and protection, guarding the secrets of this once-thriving civilization. Owen Jones's depiction in his work "Assyrian Decoration" brings to life the intricate details and grandeur of Khorsabad. The sculptures found in it can nothing short of awe-inspiring. Gilgamesh, the legendary hero holding a lion with unmatched strength, showcases the artistic prowess and storytelling abilities of the Assyrians from the 8th century BC. These masterpieces transport us back in time to an era filled with myths and legends. As we explore further into Khorsabad's temple, restored meticulously over time, we encounter more wonders that leave us breathless. The human-headed bull and winged figure adorning one of its gateways remind us of the divine presence believed by these ancient people. King Sargon II himself is immortalized through various reliefs found within his palace at Khorsabad. From detailed depictions to scenes capturing him alongside his guards or dignitaries, these artworks offer glimpses into royal life during that period. Not only were sculptures admired in Khorsabad but also other artifacts like the bronze lion showcased at Louvre Museum today. This majestic creature represents both strength and regality—a testament to the magnificence that once resided within this city's walls. Looking upon historical views from different angles reveals how fortified walls protected this great metropolis against external threats while preserving its splendor inside, and is through these remnants that we can piece together fragments of an extraordinary past—uncovering stories lost for centuries. Khorsabad remains an archaeological treasure trove where each discovery unravels new chapters in our understanding of ancient civilizations.