Lagash Collection

Neo-Sumerian. Statue of Gudea. Girsu, Iraq. 2120 BC. Cuneifo
Mesopotamia. Neo-Sumerian. Ruler Gudea of state of Lagash. Diorita statue. From Girsu (modern Telloh). Iraq. 2120 BC. Cuneiform inscription. Detail. Museum of Louvre. Paris. France

Statue of Gudea, c. 2090 BC (diorite)
3525811 Statue of Gudea, c.2090 BC (diorite) by Neo-Sumerian, (21st century BC); 44x21.5x29.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Mesopotamia)

Cylinder B with a votive inscription relating the construction of a temple to the god
XIR219695 Cylinder B with a votive inscription relating the construction of a temple to the god, Ningirsu in Girsu by Gudea, Neo-Sumerian

The reforms of Urukagina, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub. 1915
3614182 The reforms of Urukagina, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: The reforms of Urukagina)

The high priest of Nippur delimiting the boundary between Lagash and Umma, Sumeria
3614178 The high priest of Nippur delimiting the boundary between Lagash and Umma, Sumeria, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

Head of a man, known as Gudea with a shaved head, from Telloh (Ancient Girsu
XIR219694 Head of a man, known as Gudea with a shaved head, from Telloh (Ancient Girsu) Neo-Sumerian, c.2120 BC (diorite) by Mesopotamian (22nd century BC); Louvre, Paris

A patesi or priest-king worshipping Ningirsu, god of Lagash in southern Babylonia
3614177 A patesi or priest-king worshipping Ningirsu, god of Lagash in southern Babylonia, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

Foundation Nail of Gudea, c. 2100 BC (copper alloy, lost-wax cast)
500138 Foundation Nail of Gudea, c.2100 BC (copper alloy, lost-wax cast) by Neo-Sumerian (22nd century BC); Overall - h:17.50 w:4.50 d:7.30 with base - h:20.90 w:6.30 d

Statue of the Sumerian King Gudea, ruler of Lagash, c2130BC. From the British Museums collection

Cuneiform tablet barley rations, 1st Dynasty of Lagash, about 2350-2200 BC
Cuneiform tablet recording barley rations, 1st Dynasty of Lagash, about 2350-2200 BC, from Tello (ancient Girsu), southern Iraq

Portrait-relief of Enannatum I, the ruler of Lagash. Note the early pictographic script

Detail of a limestone statue of a woman, about 2500 BC, from Tello (ancient Girsu), Southern Iraq, which was part of the Kingdom of Lagash

Mesopotamia. Clay foundation peg. 1st Dynasty of Lagash. 2400Bc. From Bad-Tibira. Iraq. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Mesopotamia. Summer. Archaic Dynasty III. King Eannatum of Lagash. From Girsu. 2424-2405BC. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Sacred Basin. Gudea Period. 2144-2124 BC
Sacred Basin. Gift of Gudea, governor of Lagash, to the temple of the God Ningirsu. Gudea Period. 2144-2124 BC. Relief depicting winged goddess reaching and holding a round based vessel

Mesopotamian Art. Gudea, city ruler of Lagash, Sumer. 2144-2
Mesopotamian Art. Gudea, a ruler (ensi) of the state of Lagash in Southern Mesopotamia who rule ca 2144-2124 BC. Telloh. Sumer. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Denmark

Mesopotamian art. Sumer. Gudea of A?a?A?a?Lagash (2150-2100 BC). Sculpture of the neo-Sumerian period, in diorite. Girsu (modern Tello). Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York. United States

SUMERIAN CUNEIFORM. List of five fields on a Sumerian circular plano-convex clay tablet form Lagash, c. 1980 B. C
SUMERIAN CUNEIFORM. List of five fields on a Sumerian circular plano-convex clay tablet form Lagash, c. 1980 B.C

Ur-Nanshe, king of Lagash, Sumeria. Ur Dynasty I (2650-2350 BC) Detail of limestone relief showing Ur-Nanshe wearing traditional fur skirt or Kaunakes. Louvre, Paris

Mesopotamia. Terracotta vase. Probably from Umma. Iraq. Early Dynastic Period. 2330 BC. Document referring to a conflict between the city-states of Umma and Lagash in ancient Sumer

Neo-Sumerian. Statue of Gudea. Girsu (modern Telloh). Iraq
Mesopotamia. Neo-Sumerian. Ruler Gudea of state of Lagash. Diorita statue. From Girsu (modern Telloh). Iraq. 2120 BC. Museum of Louvre. Paris. France

Ancient Near East: Neo-Sumerian, Ur III dynasty (2150-200 BC). Gudea (c2144-c2124 BC) ruler of city-state of Lagash in southern Babylon. Seated figure in Diorite. Paris, Louvre

Diorite statue of Gudea, prince of Lagash
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Diorite statue of Gudea, prince of Lagash, from Tello

Lower Mesopotamia, Iraq, Lagash, Relief representing a figure with plumage 3rd Millennium B.C. France, Paris, Musee du Louvre, Mesopotamian art

NEO-SUMERIAN PRINCE GUDEA. Diorite statuette of Gudea, Prince of Lagash, c2150 B. C
NEO-SUMERIAN PRINCE GUDEA. Diorite statuette of Gudea, Prince of Lagash, c2150 B.C

Iraq / Archaeology / Lagash
A fragment of a siege stele, depicting the suppression of Umma by the forces of Lagash

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"Lagash: Unraveling the Mysteries of an Ancient Neo-Sumerian City" Step back in time to 2120 BC, as we explore the captivating world of Lagash, a prominent city-state nestled in Mesopotamia. Known for its rich history and cultural achievements, Lagash flourished during the Neo-Sumerian period. One of the most iconic symbols of the majestic Statue of Gudea, a ruler who reigned over this ancient city. Crafted with meticulous detail from diorite around 2090 BC, this masterpiece stands as a testament to Gudea's power and influence. Delve deeper into Lagash's past through cuneiform inscriptions found on various artifacts. The Cylinder B reveals a votive inscription documenting the construction of a temple dedicated to one of their gods. This sacred basin from Gudea's era (2144-2124 BC) further showcases their devotion to religious practices, not only renowned for its art but also for its political prowess. Eannatum, an influential Sumerian king, presided over funeral rites on battlefields—a testament to his authority and military might. Meanwhile, Urukagina implemented significant reforms that shaped the governance system within Lagash during his reign. The boundaries between neighboring cities were carefully demarcated by high priests like those from Nippur who delineated borders between Lagash and Umma—highlighting both diplomatic negotiations and territorial disputes that characterized ancient Mesopotamia. Gudea remains immortalized in clay foundation pegs discovered throughout Lagash—an enduring symbol representing stability and prosperity under his rule. Additionally, an intriguing copper alloy Foundation Nail attributed to Gudea himself provides insight into architectural practices prevalent at that time. As you wander through archaeological sites such as Telloh (Ancient Girsu), encounter mesmerizing relics like the head sculpture depicting "Gudea with a shaved head.