رمزية النسر والأسد والثور في الفن الأشوري

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The powerful Assyrian kings built a huge sculpture of hybrid mythological and placed them at the gates of cities as guardian creature.

these composite creatures combined the strength of the lion or the bull, the swiftness of birds indicated by the wings, and the intelligence of the human head.

the helmet with horns indicates the creature's divinity.

these sculptures are a very interesting example of neo-Assyrian art.

the hunting scenes are also ranked among the finest achievements of this art.

they served both as a clear reminder of the king’s ultimate authority and as symbols of protection of his people.