Babylonia Collection (#3)

Ziggurat of Agar Quf, Dur-Kurigalzu, Iraq, 1977. Ziggurats were temple towers of terraced pyramid form built by the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia

Winged genie. Detail of a relief from the palace of Assyrian king Sargon II, 722-705 BC. Artist: Assyrian Art
Winged genie. Detail of a relief from the palace of Assyrian king Sargon II, 722-705 BC. Found in the collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

The Bride of Belus (La fiancee de Belus), 1885. Found in the collection of Musee d Orsay, Paris

Babylonian boundary-stone (kudurru) of the time of King Nebuchadnezzar I of Babylon, c1125-1104 BC
Babylonian boundary-stone (kudurru) of the time of King Nebuchadnezzar I of Babylon, about 1125-1104 BC. From Sippar, southern Iraq

HAMMURABI (1792-1730 BC). King of Babylonia (1798-1756 BC). Babylonian medicine. Towards 1900 BC Hammurabi Code sets standards for the medical profession

PANC2A-00101
King Nebuchadnezzar II overlooking the city of Babylon, 7th century BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient canal of Babylonia
Remains of Babylonian canals, viewed in the mid-1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Nebuchadnezzar asks Daniel to interpret his dreams
Daniel and his companions meeting the King of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Nebuchadnezzar in ancient Babylon
King Nebuchadnezzar meeting a gardener, ancient Babylon. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Babylonia, Lydia, and Medea in ancient times
Map of ancient Babylonia and of the kingdoms of Lydia and Medea, circa 550 BC. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Assyrian or Babylonian scribes using flexible media as well as clay tablets for cuneiform writing. Hand-colored 19th-century halftone reproduction of ancient artwork

Assyrian leaders and a scribe
Assyrian leaders accompanied by a scribe. Antique hand-colored print

Babylonian leader and Persians
Babylonian ruler in conversationn with Persians. Antique hand-colored print

Assyrian man in bas-relief
Assyrian carved and painted stone head. Printed 19th-century color lithograph reproduction of an artifact

Assyrian soldiers after a battle, holding an enemys decapitated head. Antique hand-colored print

Babylonian warrior
Ancient Babylonian warrior on horseback. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration from an ancient bas-relief

Assyrian siege of a city using a battering-ram
Assyrians attacking a city using a battering ram. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a carving from Nimrud

The capture of Babylon by Cyrus the Great, ruler of the Achaemenid Empire, in 539 BC. The event ended the Neo-Babylonian Empire. After a 19th century work by an unidentified artist; Illustration

Alexander the Great entering Babylon. Alexander III of Macedon, aka Alexander the Great, 20/21 July 356 BC - 10/11 June 323 BC. King of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon

Map of Assyria Chaldea and adjacent countries. From Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

Ancient Babylon, from Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

The Battle of Carchemish, c. 605 BC, from Cassells Universal History, published 1888; Illustration

Nebuchadnezzar II, c. 605 BC - c. 562 BC. King of the Neo-Babylonian Empire. Here he is imagined as looking down from his palace over his capital city of Babylon. From a 19th century lantern slide

Iraq Babylonia Kirkuk river crude oil 1950 Karkuk
Iraq (Babylonia) Kirkuk, river of crude oil. 1950, Iraq, Karkuk

Iraq Babylonia Kifl shrine Ezekiel 1950
Iraq (Babylonia) Kifl, shrine to Ezekiel. 1950, Iraq

Iraq Babylonia Nineveh Tomb Jonah 1950 Extinct city
Iraq (Babylonia) Nineveh, Tomb of Jonah. 1950, Iraq, Nineveh (Extinct city)

Iraq Babylonia Tigris River air palm groves banks
Iraq (Babylonia) Tigris River, air, showing palm groves on its banks. Psalm 137. 1950, Iraq

Iraq Babylonia Euphrates River fisherman throwing
Iraq (Babylonia) Euphrates River, fisherman throwing net, sunset scene. 1950, Iraq

Iraq Babylonia Birs Nimrud Tower Babel Gen 114
Iraq (Babylonia) Birs Nimrud, Tower of Babel. Gen. 114. 1950, Iraq, Borsippa

Iraq Babylonia Euphrates River air circuitous treeless
Iraq (Babylonia) Euphrates River, air, showing circuitous treeless course. 1950, Iraq

Iraq Babylonia Birs Nimrud Shrine Abraham 1950
Iraq (Babylonia) Birs Nimrud, Shrine to Abraham. 1950, Iraq, Borsippa

Iraq Babylonia Baghdad sunrise palm groves Y. M. C. A
Iraq (Babylonia) Baghdad, sunrise seen through palm groves from Y.M.C.A. building. 1950, Iraq, Baghdad

Alexander The Great Enters Babylon In 331Bc. Alexander Iii Of Macedon, 356 To 323 Bc. Greek King Of Macedon. From The Book Harmsworth History Of The World Published 1908

St. Francis Of Assisi Tries To Convert Melek-El-Kamel, Sultan Of Babylonia, To Christianity During The Fifth Crusade. From The Book Los Frailes Y Sus Conventos Published 1854

Terracotta Fertility goddess, Ishtar (Astarte), Old Babylonian, c2000 BC. Ishtar was the Mesopotamian goddess of love, beauty, sex, desire, fertility, war, combat, and political power

Bronze head of Pazuzu, probably from Nimrud (ancient Kalhu), Neo-Assyrian, about 800-550 BC
Bronze head of Pazuzu, probably from Nimrud (ancient Kalhu), northern Iraq, Neo-Assyrian, about 800-550 BC. Pazuzu was an Assyrian and Babylonian demonic god of the first millennium BC

Babylonian terracotta statuette of Astarte
Terracotta statuette of Astarte/Ishtar from Susa, from the Louvres collection

Babylonian clay tablet with Geometrical Problems
Babylonian Clay table with Geometrical problems in cuniform script, from the British Museums collection.Babylonian clay tablet with Geometrical problems in cuniform script

Babylonian white marble figure of a woman, 30th century BC
Early Babylonian white marble figure of a woman, wearing a 6-row choker and earrings, with a full Icaunakes dress, 30th century BC

Royal palace of Assyria, Nineveh (reconstruction)
Illustration of a Royal palace of Assyria, Nineveh (reconstruction)

Fall of Babylon by Cyrus II, 539 BC
Illustration of a Fall of Babylon by Cyrus II, 539 BC

PBIB2A-00096
Daniel reading the handwriting on the wall for Nebucchadnezzar. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

BUSN2A-00090
Scribes using the stylus and other means of writing in ancient times. Hand-colored woodcut

PANC2A-00111
Cyrus the Great entering Babylon, 539 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

PANC2A-00112
Cyrus II, King of Persia, restoring the Hebrews sacred vessels. Hand-colored woodcut of a Gustave Dore illustration

PANC2A-00057
Soldiers paying final tribute to the dying Alexander the Great in Babylon, 323 BC. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Gateway to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Entrance to the Hanging Gardens of ancient Babylon. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of the Mideast in ancient times
Map of the ancient Near East, birthplace of civilization. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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"Babylonia: A Journey through Time and Splendor" Step into the ancient land of Babylonia, where history unfolds like a captivating tale. Marvel at the wonders that once graced this enchanting civilization, starting with the legendary Hanging Gardens of Babylon. These lush terraces suspended in mid-air were a testament to human ingenuity and beauty. Delve deeper into Babylonia's rich heritage as you explore artifacts like PANC2A-00003, also known as the Cylinder of Cyrus the Great. This Akkadian text offers insights into the reigns of powerful rulers who shaped the Persian Empire around 500 BC. The Fertile Crescent, stretching from Egypt through Canaan and Mesopotamia to Babylonia, emerges as a vital strip of land in biblical accounts. Its significance is beautifully illustrated in ancient texts and maps such as "The Babylonian Map of the World" by Assyrian artists. Immerse yourself in daily life within an Assyrian residential complex reconstruction. Visualize how people lived during this era while admiring intricate details like winged genies adorning palace walls – symbols of protection and power under kings like Sargon II. Not all tales are filled with grandeur; some delve into darker themes. Albrecht Durer's painting "The Babylonian Whore" depicts societal vices prevalent during his time but draws inspiration from historical references to Babylonia's reputation for decadence. Travel back even further to witness love stories unfold amidst divine beliefs with "The Bride of Belus. " This evocative artwork captures emotions intertwined with religious devotion, offering glimpses into personal lives amid grand civilizations. Finally, pay homage to one of Babylonia's most influential figures – Hammurabi. As King from 1792-1730 BC, he established a legal code that influenced societies for centuries after his reign ended.