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Sardanapalus Collection

"Sardanapalus: A Glimpse into Ancient Assyria's Tragic Tale" Eugene Delacroix, a renowned French artist of the 19th century

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Death of Sardanapolis by Eugene Delacroix, (1798-1863) French Artist. The painting

Death of Sardanapolis by Eugene Delacroix, (1798-1863) French Artist. The painting is based on the tale of Sardanapalus, last king of Assyria, from the library of Diodorus Siculus

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: The International Exhibition: marble statue - 'Sardanapalus' (from Byron's Tragedy)... 1862

The International Exhibition: marble statue - "Sardanapalus" (from Byron's Tragedy)... 1862
The International Exhibition: marble statue - "Sardanapalus" (from Byron's Tragedy), by H. Weekes, A.R.A. 1862....one of the single-figure statues commissioned for the Egyptian Hall of

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Project of the Death of Sardanapalus by Eugene Delacroix. 18

Project of the Death of Sardanapalus by Eugene Delacroix. 18
Project of the Death of Sardanapalus by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863). 1826. Louvre Museum. Paris. France. Exposition Babylon

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate (engraving)

Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate (engraving)
582900 Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: The death of Sardanapalus (engraving)

The death of Sardanapalus (engraving)
653839 The death of Sardanapalus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Sardanapalus)

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: The Famous Library of King Ashur-Bani-Pal, at Nineveh, illustration from

The Famous Library of King Ashur-Bani-Pal, at Nineveh, illustration from
STC357955 The Famous Library of King Ashur-Bani-Pal, at Nineveh, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (colour litho) by Le Quesne

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: The Death of Sardanapalus (engraving)

The Death of Sardanapalus (engraving)
5991917 The Death of Sardanapalus (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Sardanapalus)

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Majestic Palaces of Ancient Assyrias Great Capital Nineveh as it was more than twenty-five

Majestic Palaces of Ancient Assyrias Great Capital Nineveh as it was more than twenty-five centuries ago (colour litho)
3099418 Majestic Palaces of Ancient Assyrias Great Capital Nineveh as it was more than twenty-five centuries ago (colour litho) by European School

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Cuneiform script, ancient Assyria (chromolitho)

Cuneiform script, ancient Assyria (chromolitho)
1093608 Cuneiform script, ancient Assyria (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cuneiform script, ancient Assyria)

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Bacchus indien, dit le Sardanapale (engraving)

Bacchus indien, dit le Sardanapale (engraving)
2793338 Bacchus indien, dit le Sardanapale (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacchus indien, dit le Sardanapale)

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Le Bucher de Sardanapale (colour litho)

Le Bucher de Sardanapale (colour litho)
2802038 Le Bucher de Sardanapale (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Bucher de Sardanapale)

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Scene from Sardanapalus at the Alexandra Theatre, Liverpool (engraving)

Scene from Sardanapalus at the Alexandra Theatre, Liverpool (engraving)
1036171 Scene from Sardanapalus at the Alexandra Theatre, Liverpool (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Sardanapalus at the Alexandra Theatre)

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Sardanapalus among the Concubines, 1589. Creator: Raphael Sadeler

Sardanapalus among the Concubines, 1589. Creator: Raphael Sadeler
Sardanapalus among the Concubines, 1589

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Sardanapale, from 'Le Monde Illustre', May 16, 1874. Creator: Emile Thomas

Sardanapale, from "Le Monde Illustre", May 16, 1874. Creator: Emile Thomas
Sardanapale, from " Le Monde Illustre", May 16, 1874. [After The Death of Sardanapalus by Delacroix]

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: The Death of Sardanapalus, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Death of Sardanapalus, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Death of Sardanapalus, 1890. Sardanapalus, lking of Assyria in the flames of his palace. May represent the tragic fates of three Assyrian rulers: Ashurbanipal (ruled 668-627 bc); his brother

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Sardanapalus, 1861. Artist: Henry Weekes

Sardanapalus, 1861. Artist: Henry Weekes
Sardanapalus, 1861. According to the Greek writer Ctesias of Cnidus, Sardanapalus was the last King of Babylon

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Sardanapalus. c1856. Artist: Henry Weekes

Sardanapalus. c1856. Artist: Henry Weekes
Sardanapalus. c1856. Legendary king of Assyria. He apparently represents an amalgamation of the characters and tragic fates of three Assyrian rulers and was the last of a line of 30 kings of Assyria

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Death of Sardanapalus. Artist: Delacroix, Eugene (1798-1863)

Death of Sardanapalus. Artist: Delacroix, Eugene (1798-1863)
Death of Sardanapalus. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Death of Sardanapalus (Studiy). Artist: Delacroix, Eugene (1798-1863)

Death of Sardanapalus (Studiy). Artist: Delacroix, Eugene (1798-1863)
Death of Sardanapalus (Studiy). Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Death Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum title object

Death Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum title object
Death of Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum (title on object) Downfall of world empires in classical antiquity (series title), Round show

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Paris in Phrygian battledress, and Assyrian

Paris in Phrygian battledress, and Assyrian king Sardanapalus in regal cloak.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: A CRUISE OFF THE COAST OF KARAMANILI, ASIA MINOR: 1. The Consuls House, Adalia

A CRUISE OFF THE COAST OF KARAMANILI, ASIA MINOR: 1. The Consuls House, Adalia. 2. Tomb of Sardanapalus, Tarsus. 3. St. Pauls Well at Tarsus. 4. Natives Visiting H.M.S. Monarch. 5. Agdaliman. 6

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: A CRUISE OFF THE COAST OF KARAMANILI, ASIA MINOR: 1. The Consuls House, Adalia. 2

A CRUISE OFF THE COAST OF KARAMANILI, ASIA MINOR: 1. The Consuls House, Adalia. 2. Tomb of Sardanapalus, Tarsus. 3. St. Pauls Well at Tarsus. 4. Natives Visiting H.M.S. Monarch. 5. Agdaliman. 6

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: DELACROIX, Eug讥(1798-1863). The Death of Sardanapalus

DELACROIX, Eug讥(1798-1863). The Death of Sardanapalus
DELACROIX, Eug讥 (1798-1863). The Death of Sardanapalus. 1826-1827. Romanticism. Orientalism. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Paris. Louvre Museum

Background imageSardanapalus Collection: Ashurbanipal on his chariot

Ashurbanipal on his chariot
Ashurbanipal, King of Assyria on his chariot. 669 BC - 626 BC Date: 7th century BC



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"Sardanapalus: A Glimpse into Ancient Assyria's Tragic Tale" Eugene Delacroix, a renowned French artist of the 19th century, captured the essence of tragedy in his masterpiece "Death of Sardanapalus. " This painting depicts the final moments of Sardanapalus, an ancient Assyrian king known for his decadence and excesses. Delacroix's project on the death showcases his meticulous attention to detail. Through pastel and red & white chalk on paper, he brings this historical event to life with vivid colors and striking imagery. The engraving at Clerkenwell's St Johns Gate further immortalizes this tragic tale. It portrays the dramatic demise of Sardanapalus, emphasizing the chaos that surrounded him during those fateful moments. In another engraving titled "The Famous Library of King Ashur-Bani-Pal, " we catch a glimpse into Nineveh, where Sardanapalus once ruled. This illustration highlights the grandeur and opulence that characterized ancient Assyria's majestic palaces. Cuneiform script from ancient Assyria adds an extra layer of authenticity to our understanding of this era. The chromolitho print reveals intricate details about their language and culture while shedding light on their sophisticated civilization. "Bacchus indien" or "Sardanapale" is an intriguing engraving that explores Eastern influences on Western art. It delves into how different cultures intertwine through artistic expression by depicting Bacchus as an Indian figure associated with Sardanapale himself. Le Bucher de Sardanapale presents a color lithograph showcasing yet another interpretation inspired by Delacroix's work. Its vibrant hues evoke emotions related to passion, power struggles, and ultimately tragedy – themes central to this captivating story. Even beyond paintings and engravings, scenes from "Sardanapalus" found their way onto the stage.