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Elamite Collection

"Exploring the Rich Artistic Heritage Civilization" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world art

Background imageElamite Collection: Terracotta statue of the goddess Astarte (Ishtar), Susa, Middle Elamite period, 1150 - 1100 BC

Terracotta statue of the goddess Astarte (Ishtar), Susa, Middle Elamite period, 1150 - 1100 BC
Terracotta statue of the goddess Astarte (Ishtar), Susa, Middle Elamite period, 1150-1100 BC. Now in The Louvre

Background imageElamite Collection: Terracotta figurine of a male musician, Susa, Iran, Middle Elamite period, 1500-1100 BC

Terracotta figurine of a male musician, Susa, Iran, Middle Elamite period, 1500-1100 BC. From The Louvre

Background imageElamite Collection: Gold and silver figurines of Elamite worshippers, near Temple of Inshushinak, Susa, 12th century BC

Gold and silver figurines of Elamite worshippers, near Temple of Inshushinak, Susa, 12th century BC
Gold and silver figurines of Elamite worshippers, in a royal tomb near Temple of Inshushinak, Susa, 12th century BC. The figurines show devotees carrying a kid in offering to a deity

Background imageElamite Collection: Master of animals finial, 1000-600 BC (bronze)

Master of animals finial, 1000-600 BC (bronze)
1216462 Master of animals finial, 1000-600 BC (bronze) by Iranian School; 19.5x9 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Luristan Anthropomorphic, master of animals type)

Background imageElamite Collection: Model (terracotta)

Model (terracotta)
1216461 Model (terracotta) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); 13x6.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Shush, Iran Elamite terracotta model of a nude woman lying on a bed)

Background imageElamite Collection: Vessel in the form of a boot, from Kaluraz, Gilan, Iran, c. 1st millennium BC (clay)

Vessel in the form of a boot, from Kaluraz, Gilan, Iran, c. 1st millennium BC (clay)
BOO179140 Vessel in the form of a boot, from Kaluraz, Gilan, Iran, c.1st millennium BC (clay) by Persian School; height: 15 cm; National Museum of Iran, Tehran, Iran; Persian, out of copyright

Background imageElamite Collection: Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water, c

Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water, c
3525774 Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water, c.668-627 BC (gypsum alabaster) by Neo-Assyrian, (7th century BC); 51.6x46.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageElamite Collection: 3597301

3597301
conqueror, soldier, armour, helmet, enemy, warfare, defeat, middle east, relief, middle eastern, iraq, prisoners, captured, military, archaeological, near east, sculpture, figures, ancient, persian

Background imageElamite Collection: 3597298

3597298
soldier, armour, city, helmet, warfare, middle east, walls, relief, middle eastern, iraq, archers, battlements, military, archaeological, near east, fortifications, sculpture, figures, weapon

Background imageElamite Collection: Spouted vessel with decorative patterns symbolising the sun and the moon, from Sialk

Spouted vessel with decorative patterns symbolising the sun and the moon, from Sialk
BOO179144 Spouted vessel with decorative patterns symbolising the sun and the moon, from Sialk, Iran, 1st millennium BC (clay) by Persian School; height; 15 cm; National Museum of Iran, Tehran

Background imageElamite Collection: The Elamite sculptures of Mal-Amir (litho)

The Elamite sculptures of Mal-Amir (litho)
6004991 The Elamite sculptures of Mal-Amir (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Elamite sculptures of Mal-Amir)

Background imageElamite Collection: The Archers of King Darius: enamelled Tiles from Susa (colour litho)

The Archers of King Darius: enamelled Tiles from Susa (colour litho)
3099395 The Archers of King Darius: enamelled Tiles from Susa (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Archers of King Darius: enamelled Tiles from Susa)

Background imageElamite Collection: Artisans city, Susa, Iran

Artisans city, Susa, Iran. An ancient city dating back to at least the 4th millenium BC, Susa became the centre of the Elamite civilization which flourished from 2700 BC

Background imageElamite Collection: Terracotta statue of a woman, Old Babylonian (?), 2000BC-1750BC

Terracotta statue of a woman, Old Babylonian (?), 2000BC-1750BC. Painted fired clay statue of a woman; hands clasped under her breasts; wearing necklace and bracelets

Background imageElamite Collection: Terracotta goddess, Susa, Middle Elamite period, 1500 - 1100 BC

Terracotta goddess, Susa, Middle Elamite period, 1500 - 1100 BC
Terracotta goddess, Susa, Middle Elamite period, 1500-1100 BC. Now in The Louvre

Background imageElamite Collection: Stonecarving, Susa, Proto-Elamite and Uruk period, 3500-2850 BC

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

Background imageElamite Collection: Steatite bowl with mythological scenes

Steatite bowl with mythological scenes ( Lord of the Animals ) from Khafalji, but possible of Elamite origin. The figure could be the goddess Inanna, later Ishtar

Background imageElamite Collection: Terracotta statuette of the goddess Lama, Susa, 2nd millenium BC

Terracotta statuette of the goddess Lama, Susa, 2nd millenium BC. Now in The Louve

Background imageElamite Collection: Mesopotamia. Kudurru (stele) of Shitti-Marduk. Nebuchadnezza

Mesopotamia. Kudurru (stele) of Shitti-Marduk. Nebuchadnezza
Mesopotamia. Kudurru (stele) of Shitti-Marduk. Limestone. Inscription. Cuneiform. Nebuchadnezzar I (1124-1105 BC) reign. Elamite campaign. From Sippar (Abu Habba). Babylonian

Background imageElamite Collection: Iran - Shush Castle - Susa

Iran - Shush Castle - Susa
Shush Castle (Chateau de Suse) in the ruins of the ancient city of Susa (Shush) in the Khuzestan Province of Iran. Constructed by French archaeologist Jean-Marie Jacques de Morgan as a secure base

Background imageElamite Collection: VIEW OF SUSA. It was an ancient city of the Elamite, Persian and Parthian empires of Iran

VIEW OF SUSA. It was an ancient city of the Elamite, Persian and Parthian empires of Iran

Background imageElamite Collection: VIEW OF SUSA. It was an ancient city of the Elamite, Persian and Parthian empires of Iran

VIEW OF SUSA. It was an ancient city of the Elamite, Persian and Parthian empires of Iran

Background imageElamite Collection: Iran / Archaeology / Bisutun

Iran / Archaeology / Bisutun
The rock inscription carved in Old Persian, Babylonian, and Elamite cuneiform on the rock of Bisutun overlooking the main route from Babylon to Hamadan

Background imageElamite Collection: Elamite ziggurat

Elamite ziggurat, Chogga Zanbil (Tchogha Zanbil), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East



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"Exploring the Rich Artistic Heritage Civilization" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world art. From intricate terracotta figurines to majestic gold and silver statues, these artifacts offer a glimpse into the fascinating Middle Elamite period (1500-1100 BC). One such masterpiece is a Terracotta figurine of a male musician discovered in Susa, Iran. This exquisite piece showcases the artistic prowess craftsmen, with its delicate details and lifelike representation. Another remarkable find is the Terracotta statue of the goddess Astarte (Ishtar), also from Susa during the Middle Elamite period (1150 - 1100 BC). This sculpture exudes divine beauty and serves as a testament to the religious significance within Elamite culture. The Temple of Inshushinak near Susa reveals more treasures, including gold and silver figurines depicting worshippers. These intricately crafted pieces provide insights into ancient rituals and beliefs held by the Elamites during the 12th century BC. Moving beyond Iran's borders, we encounter Mesopotamia's Kudurru (stele) of Shitti-Marduk. This stone monument from Nebuchadnezzar's reign bears inscriptions documenting land grants, showcasing not only artistic skill but also administrative practices prevalent at that time. Elaborate bronze finials like "Master of animals" demonstrate an exceptional mastery over metalwork during 1000-600 BC. These awe-inspiring sculptures depict mythical creatures intertwined with nature – symbolizing power and protection. Amongst other intriguing finds are clay models representing various aspects of daily life or symbolic objects like vessels shaped as boots found in Kaluraz, Gilan dating back to c. 1st millennium BC – shedding light on domestic customs or cultural symbolism.