Dive into the world of ancient Assyria and the impressive stone reliefs that decorated the palaces of the empire’s kings. The artworks from britishmuseum feature vivid depictions of warfare, religious rituals, hunting, and court life. “Assyria: Palace Art of Ancient Iraq” is on view through September 5 Image: Royal Lion Hunt, 875–860 B.C., Assyrian. Gypsum. The British Museum. Image © The Trustees of the British Museum. All rights reserved. 🏷️#GettyVilla #History #AncientWorld #Assyria #AssyrianArt #Kingship #Rituals #Spirits #Art #Courtlife⁠⁠