Assyrian Warrior Gold Plaque - Ancient Mesopotamian Artifact #2157469 (License: Personal Use)

The artifact is a finely crafted gold relief plaque excavated from the Northwest Palace at Nimrud (ancient Kalhu), dating to the reign of Ashurnasirpal II (883-859 BCE). It shows a bearded figure wearing a distinctive horned crown, fringed robe, and knee-high boots, holding a ritual staff in one hand and a sheathed sword at his side-indicating high status and divine authority. The detailed incised patterns on the clothing and accessories reflect Assyrian artistic mastery and symbolic iconography.

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