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StatsStatue from the Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad
Šarru-Kīn (? – ?)
Šarru-Kīn (Sargon of Akkad) was a pivotal figure in ancient Mesopotamia, founder of the Akkadian Empire around 2334 BC. He revolutionized warfare, centralized power, and fostered a new era of art and culture, leaving a lasting legacy as one of history's first empire builders.
Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum (Chicago, United States of America)
Discover the legendary collection of ancient Near Eastern treasures at Chicago's Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures, where monumental Assyrian sculptures and Egyptian artifacts await your exploration.
About this artwork
- Title: Statue from the Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad
- Artist: Šarru-Kīn
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Perceived brightness: brilliant
