Uruk Collection

Gilgamesh / Layard Relief
Gilgamesh, the Sumerian King of Uruk

Sumerian reed house. Detail of the Uruk Trough, 3300-3000 BC. Creator: Sumerian culture
Sumerian reed house. Detail of the Uruk Trough, 3300-3000 BC. Found in the collection of the British Museum

Sumerian reed house. Detail of the Uruk Trough, 3300-3000 BC. Creator: Sumerian culture
Sumerian reed house. Detail of the Uruk Trough, 3300-3000 BC. Found in the collection of the British Museum

Sumerian reed house. Detail of the Uruk Trough, 3300-3000 BC. Creator: Sumerian culture
Sumerian reed house. Detail of the Uruk Trough, 3300-3000 BC. Found in the collection of the British Museum

Early Pictographic cuneiform tablet, Mesopotamia, Uruk, c. 3100-2900 BC (clay)
3288525 Early Pictographic cuneiform tablet, Mesopotamia, Uruk, c.3100-2900 BC (clay) by Mesopotamian; (add.info.: Text deals with administrative accounts concerning grain distribution)

Early Pictographic cuneiform tablet, Mesopotamia, Uruk, c. 3100-2900 BC (clay)
3288479 Early Pictographic cuneiform tablet, Mesopotamia, Uruk, c.3100-2900 BC (clay) by Mesopotamian; (add.info.: Text deals with administrative accounts concerning grain distribution)

Cuneiform tablet showing accounts of barley distribution, c. 3000 BC (clay)
3525809 Cuneiform tablet showing accounts of barley distribution, c.3000 BC (clay) by Sumerian; 5.5x6x4.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Middle Uruk eye idol, c. 3700-3500 B. C. (gypsum alabaster)
3617909 Middle Uruk eye idol, c.3700-3500 B.C. (gypsum alabaster) by Mesopotamian School, (4000-3000 BC); 6.5 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Statuettes of bearded men (possibly the priest-king), 4th millenium BC. Found in the collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Sumerian Libation Vase Hero Gilgamesh, Bulls and Birds from Warka, Uruk, South Iraq, c2000 BC. British Museum

Sumerian Libartion Vase from Uruk (Warka), Southern Iraq, c2900 BC. Uruk played a leading role in the early urbanization of Sumer in the mid 4th millennium BC. At its height c. 2900 BC

Stonecarving, Susa, Proto-Elamite and Uruk period, 3500-2850 BC. Now in The Louvre

Detail showing the goddess Innana on the Facade of the Temple, c1475 BC

Detail of the Facade of the Temple of Innana, Uruk, c1475 BC
Detail of the Facade of the Temple of Innana, Uruk (Warka), c1475 BC. It is now at the Pergamon Museum in Berlin and is made of moulded baked brick

Limestone libation vase, late Uruk, Warka, Southern Iraq, 3300BC-3000BC
Limestone libation vase with two lions attacking young bulls, late Uruk, Warka, Southern Iraq, 3300BC-3000BC. From the British Museums collection

Kudurru (stele) of King Marduk-zakir-shumi (852-828 BC). An act of donation to a priest of the temple of Eana of Uruk. Mesopotamia. Limestone. Cuneiforme. Babylon exposore. Louvre. Paris

Mesopotamia. White calcite. Cylinder seal. From Mesopotamia. Late Uruk. Early Jemdet Nasr Period. 3200-3000BC. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Mesopotamian stone cult vessel. Uruk
Stone cult vessel with anthropomorphic decoration, supported by two heroes wearing belts. 3300-3000 BC. Late Uruk Period. Mesopotamian-Sumerian art. Probably from Uruk. British Museum. London

Reconstruction of White Temple at the Sanctuary of Anu, Uruk, Mesopotamia, drawing, Sumerian civilization
Sumerian civilization. Reconstruction of White Temple at the Sanctuary of Anu, Uruk, Mesopotamia. Drawing

Mesopotamia. City state of Uruk. Stone bull. Late Uruk Period. 3300-3000 BC. Probalby from Uruk. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Stone Head. Represent a god, goddess or a worshipper. Late U
Stone Head. Represent a god, goddess or a worshipper. A vertical groove at the back of the head, with nail holes on the sides, suggests that it may have originally been fixed to a pole

Illustration of Uruk temple, Uqair, Iraq

Illustration of reconstruction of Columned Hall and Cone Mosaic Court, Uruk, Southern Mesopotamia (3500-3000 BC)

Lower Mesopotamia, Iraq, Male bust from Uruk, alabaster
Sumerian civilization - 3rd millennium b.C. - Alabaster male bust from Uruk

Reconstruction of Eanna Sanctuary court at Uruk, drawing
Sumerian civilization, 4th millennium b.C. Reconstruction of Eanna Sanctuary court at Uruk. Drawing

Grey alabaster male bust, From Uruk, Iraq, Sumerian civilization
Sumerian civilization, 4th-3rd century b.C. Grey alabaster male bust. From Uruk, Iraq

Astrological calendar from Uruk, Iraq
Sumerian civilization. Astrological calendar. From Uruk, Iraq

pictographic clay tablets
3 pictographic clay tablets with administrative text Uruk Period circa 3000 BCE (private collection)

Uruk: Innin Temple Facade. Tile, C1413 B. C
URUK: INNIN TEMPLE FACADE. Tile, c1413 B.C

Anu Temple, Uruk, Iraq, Middle East

The Valley, Uruk, Iraq, Middle East

Excavations, Warka-Uruk, Iraq, Middle East

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Uruk, an ancient city in Mesopotamia, holds a rich history that captivates archaeologists and historians alike. Known as the legendary birthplace of Gilgamesh, Uruk's significance cannot be overstated. The Layard Relief provides a glimpse into the grandeur of this once-thriving civilization. The Kudurru stele of King Marduk-zakir-shumi further showcases Uruk's prominence during the 9th century BC. Crafted from white calcite, it stands as a testament to the artistic prowess of its people. Cylinder seals found in Uruk shed light on the intricate administrative systems prevalent in Mesopotamia. These seals were used to authenticate documents and transactions, revealing a highly organized society. Mesopotamian stone cult vessels discovered in Uruk offer insight into religious practices during this era. These vessels served as conduits between humans and deities, emphasizing their spiritual beliefs. Early Pictographic cuneiform tablets unearthed from Uruk provide valuable information about early writing systems. Dating back to 3100-2900 BC, these clay tablets showcase one of humanity's earliest attempts at written communication. Another fascinating discovery is a cuneiform tablet documenting barley distribution around 3000 BC. This artifact sheds light on economic activities and agricultural practices prevalent in Uruk at that time. The Middle Uruk eye idol carved from gypsum alabaster is an intriguing artifact with symbolic significance still debated by scholars today. Its purpose remains enigmatic but highlights the artistic achievements of this period. Statuettes depicting bearded men believed to represent priest-kings are yet another remarkable find from fourth millennium BC Uruk. These figurines hint at societal hierarchy and religious rituals practiced within this ancient city-state. Sumerian Libation Vases discovered in Warka (Uruk) depict scenes featuring hero Gilgamesh alongside bulls and birds—a testament to the epic tales that originated from this region.