ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN ART

  • Period: 4000 BCE to 2338 BCE

    Sumerian Art

    Sumerian Art being distinguish for its monumental architecture. Creating Sculptures often portraying gods, rulers, and mythological scenes.
  • White Temple and ziggurat, Uruk
    3517 BCE

    White Temple and ziggurat, Uruk

  • Period: 3500 BCE to 400 BCE

    Ancient Near Eastern Art

    Five different civilizations that used art as propaganda to demonstrate their power and divine favor, represent the art of the Ancient Near East.
  • Period: 2334 BCE to 2193 BCE

    Akkadian

    a more naturalistic style, especially in portraiture.
  • Period: 2334 BCE to 2193 BCE

    Assyrian Art

    recognized for its magnificent palaces with detailed wall reliefs that show mythological creatures, royal hunts, and battles.
  • Period: 1850 BCE to 539 BCE

    Babylonian

    Best represented by the Ishtar Gate, which is decorated with blue-glazed brick and features reliefs of dragons and other symbols
  • Period: 550 BCE to 330 BCE

    Persian Art

    Known for its grand palaces and monumental sculptures. Often blending influences from various cultures, demonstrating the empire's vast reach and diversity.