Artwork
Assyrian sculpture of a lion inscribed with the name and titles of Ashur-nasir-pal (King of Assyria 885-860 B.C.) from the Temple of Nirib, Calah
Assyrian sculpture of a lion inscribed with the name and titles of Ashur-nasir-pal (King of Assyria 885-860 B.C.) from the Temple of Nirib, Calah is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This photograph depicts an Assyrian lion sculpture inscribed with the name and titles of King Ashur-nasir-pal, who ruled from 885 to 860 B.
About this work
Overview
This photograph depicts an Assyrian lion sculpture inscribed with the name and titles of King Ashur-nasir-pal, who ruled from 885 to 860 B.C. The image is part of a large collection of photographs once owned by painter John Singer Sargent.
Subject & Meaning
The sculpture shows a lion with an inscription bearing the name and titles of Ashur-nasir-pal, an Assyrian king. The inscription likely signifies the king's authority and power.
History & Provenance
The photograph was part of a collection of 611 images donated to the Victoria and Albert Museum by John Singer Sargent's sisters in 1925. The collection reflects Sargent's travels and artistic interests, and was likely acquired from local professional photographers.
Artist & collection
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