Protective Spirit - Palace of Assurnasirpal II Nimrud, Assyria ca 875-860 B.C. : A protective spirit guarded one entrance of the King's quarters. This spirit is depicted as man with wings like an angel carrying a goat and an ear of corn believed to symbolize fertility. The so-called Standard Inscription is carved across the surface of the relief.

LOT 473 : 16.75"H x 10.25"W, of stone and polymer

Guardian - Palace of Assurnasirpal II Nimrud, Assyria, ca 883-859 B.C. : King Assurnasirpal II built a new capital at Nimrud. This palace was decorated with large sculptural figures in the form of a human-headed winged lion guarding the doorways. Its horned cap affirms its divinity while its belt is indicative of its power.

LOT 477 : 12"L x 14.5"H, of cast stone and polymer.

Palace Stairway (3 piece set) - Palace of Darius the Great Persepolis, Assyria ca 548-486 B.C. : This is a portion of the carved stone walls of the palace staircase leading to the Audience Hall depicting a procession of officials and royal subjects bearing tribute for the King

LOT 475 : 29.75"W x 14.75"H, (3-piece set) Made of cast stone and polymer

Royal Lion Hunt - Palace of Assurnasirpal II Nimrud, Assyria ca 875-860 B.C. : The theme of the lion hunt carried special significance in ancient Assyria. The lion represented the wild forces of nature which was the duty of the King to control. Depictions of royal figures engaged in the lion hunt indicated that this activity was reserved for royalty.

LOT 476 : 20"Wxl3.25"H, of cast stone and polymer

Eagle Spirit - Palace of Assurnasirpal II Nimrud, Assyria ca 875-860 B.C. : The palace at Nimrud was decorated with many protective spirits. One figure is depicted as an image in the form of an eagle-headed man. This spirit is shown protecting the palace from evil spirits with a cone described as a purifier, along with a ritual cup.

LOT 474 : 16.75"H x 11.75"W, of stone and polymer