Sumerian Collection (page 4)

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

Administrative neo-Sumerian clay tablet with cuneiform inscription, Sumerian civilization
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Administrative neo-Sumerian clay tablet with cuneiform inscription

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

Mesopotamia. Early Dynastic Period III. Votive pebble with inscription. Eanmtum I King. 2424-2405 BC. From Girsu. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Mesopotamia. Record of food supplies. Iraq. Late Prehistoric
Early writing. Pictographs drawn. Mesopotamia. Record of food supplies. From Iraq. Late Prehistoric period. About 3000BC. Early administrative text. Cuneiform tablet. British Museum. London. England

Mesopotamia. Foundation nails. 3rd Millenium BC. Bronze. Iraq British Museum. London. England. Kingdom

Mesopotamia. Summer. Archaic Dynasty III. Plaque. From Ur. 2
Mesopotamia. Summer. Archaic Dynasty III. Plaque. From Ur (Iraq). 2500BC. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

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

Khafaje Statuary - Sumerian and Akkadian. Khafajah or Khafaje (ancient Tutub) is an archaeological site in Diyala Province (Iraq). It was part of the city-state of Eshnunna. Date: 1932

Excavatons at the Sumerian site of Kish
Excavatons at the Sumerian Palace site of Kish. A general view from the remains of the Ziggurat, the Court and Pillared Wall, The Grand Hall of Columns and a variety of mudbricks found at the site

Sumerian Fashions and Coiffure 500 Years Ago: Khafaje
A page from The Illustrated London News, 9 June 1934. Statuettes and figures found during excavations at Khafaje (Khafajah) Date: 9 June 1934

Sumerian Sculpture About 3000 B. C
A page from The Illustrated London News, 9 June 1934 issue, with an article by Dr Henry Frankfort, Director of the Iraq Expedition of the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago

Sumerian Cult-Statues
Two of the twelve statues found during excavations at Tell Asmar, fifty miles north-east of Baghdad. On the left is the Lord of Fertility, and to the left, the Mother Goddess

Illustration of cuneiform script on clay tablet

Standard of Ur, the war side, from the Royal Cemetery at Ur c2500 BC. Lapis lazuli, mother-of-pearl, shell and coloured stone mosaic. Sumerian. British Museum

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

The Ziggurat of Ur, located in the southeast of Iraq. Believed to be 4000 years old, it was built by the order of Ur-Nammu (c2047-2030 BC) as a temple to the moon god Nanna

The Peace panel from the Standard of Ur. Sumerian wooden artifact excavated from the Royal Cemetery in the city of Ur (in Iraq)

The War frieze from the Standard of Ur. Sumerian artefact excavated from the Royal Cemetery in Ur (located in modern-day Iraq)

The Standard of Ur, Sumerian artefact excavated from what had been the Royal Cemetery in the ancient city of Ur, dates from around 2600 - 2400 BC

Lapislazuli necklace with gold pendants from Ur, Iraq, Detail, Sumerian civilization
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Goldsmithery. Lapislazuli necklace with gold pendants. From Ur, Iraq. Detail

Lapislazuli and gold necklace from a royal tomb at Ur, Iraq, detail, Sumerian civilization
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Goldsmithery. Lapislazuli and gold necklace. From a royal tomb at Ur, Iraq. Detail

Bulls head decorating a harp, which belonged to Princess Shub-Ad of Ur
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Goldsmiths art. Bulls head decorating a harp, which belonged to Princess Shub-Ad of Ur

Iraq, Mesopotamia, View of the excavations at Ur (2600-2400 B. C) in 1922-34, vintage photograph
Iraq, Mesopotamia, View of the excavations at Ur (2600-2400 B.C) in 1922-34, vintage photograph 20th century, UK, London, British Museum, archaeology

Iraq, Mesopotamia, The British archaeologist Charles Leonard Woolley (1880-1960) during his excavations at Ur in 1922-34, vintage photograph 20th century, UK, London, British Museum, archaeology

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

Votive stone representing Puzur, prince of Susa, viceroy of Elam, 2200 B. C
Sumerian civilization, 2200 b.C. Votive stone representing Puzur, prince of Susa, viceroy of Elam

Bitumen bowl with supports shaped as steinbocks, from ancient Susa, Iran, 3rd millennium B. C
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Bitumen bowl with supports shaped as steinbocks. From ancient Susa, Iran

The lady with the scarf, dark green steatite statuette from Telloh, ancient Ngirsu
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. The lady with the scarf, dark green steatite statuette. From Telloh, ancient Ngirsu

Great Ziggurat of Ur, illustration
Ancient Civilizations. Reconstruction of the Sumerian Ziggurat, a massive stepped pyramid, in today Iraq. Artwork

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

Cylinder seal and impression of a governor of Nippur, Sumerian civilization
Sumerian civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Cylinder seal and impression of a governor of Nippur

Protodynastic seal and clay impression depicting fight between lion and bull, 2650 B. C
Sumerian civilization, 2650 b.C. Protodynastic seal and clay impression depicting fight between lion and bull

Lower Mesopotamia, Iraq, Statuette representing a climbing goat, from the Royal Tombs of Ur, gold and lapis lazuli
Sumerian civilization, 2500 b.C. Gold and lapislazuli climbing goat. From the Royal tombs

Limestone cylinder seal and clay impression with frieze of ibex and plants
Sumerian civilization, 4th millennium b.C. Limestone cylinder seal and clay impression with frieze of ibex and plants

Clay nails C016 / 4535
Clay nails inscribed with cuneiform script. Clay nails were inscribed with dedicatory text and and embedded into the wall of a building

Aerial view of Mari, Syria
An aerial view of the site at Mari (modern Tell Hariri) in Syria. In the foreground can be seen the city, dating from 2600 B.C. and in the background the Palace

Iraq / Archaeology / Nippur
A general, and two detailed views of exacavations at Nippur, an important Sumerian religious centre. Professor Hilprecht dug here in the late 19th century. Date: 1897

One of the first depictions of the wheel, on a bas-relief of a chariot. The bas-relief was one of the earliest known representations of the wheel

Royal tombs, Ur, Iraq, Middle East

Sumerian city dating from around 4500-400BC, ziggurat and death pit, Ur, Iraq, Middle East

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The Sumerians, an ancient civilization that thrived in Mesopotamia, left behind a rich legacy of art and artifacts. From the epic tale of Gilgamesh to the intricate Layard Relief, their artistic prowess is evident. The towering Ziggurat in a Sumerian city dating back to 4500-400 BC stands as a testament to their architectural brilliance. Inscribed clay tablets adorned with pictographs provide glimpses into their written language and culture. These precious relics from Iraq's Late Prehistoric era offer valuable insights into the lives of these early inhabitants. The Neo-Sumerian statue of Gudea found in Girsu, Iraq showcases the mastery of sculpture during 2120 BC. Carved with cuneiform script, it serves as a reminder of their advanced writing system. A fascinating glimpse into Sumerian governance can be seen through a cylinder-seal impression depicting the introduction of a governor to the king. This small yet significant artifact sheds light on their political structure and hierarchy. The ruins of Ur's Third Sumerian Dynasty ziggurat in Iraq stand as silent witnesses to centuries gone by. Built around 2100 BC, they reflect the grandeur and religious significance attached to these monumental structures. Amongst these remnants lies an intriguing copper figure - King Shulgi carrying a basket - symbolizing his role as provider for his people during 2094-2047 BC. An Akkadian inscription on a baked clay brick-stamp reveals linguistic influences within this region during ancient times. It highlights cultural exchange and intermingling between neighboring civilizations. One cannot help but marvel at the intricacy and beauty displayed on "The Peace Frieze" from Ur's Standard artifact excavated from royal tombs. This stunning piece depicts scenes from daily life, showcasing craftsmanship unparalleled even today. Sumerian jewelry also captivates with its exquisite designs crafted centuries ago; each piece tells a story of their aesthetic sensibilities and craftsmanship.