PHYS 2102 Chapter : Physics 2102 Activity
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1000 bce hittites collapse and assyrians conquer neighboring states. Palaces are similar to sumerian temples, raised up on platforms. Lion hunt relief: in the palace of assumasipar ii in kahlu, iraq. Veneer of limestone sculptured into scenes that glorified the king. The king is on a chariot, turning around to kill a lion, behind the lion are warriors carrying shields and swords. Lion hunts in general appear across many different nations and periods, it is a religious ceremony taken place in a controlled environment. Enemies crossing the euphrates river: palace of assurnasirpal ii, kalhu iraq, Enemies escaping across a river wearing long robes, on left side the assyrian warriors are drawing their bows and on other side is the citadel of the enemies. Trees in relief show that this depicts an actual event. Reconstruction drawing of dur sharrukin, citadel of sargon ii: city surrounded by walls, in center is the palace.
