TheThe Ancient Near East Winged Human Headed Bull
These figures stand outside gates to the citadel. Made of brick, the gateways and the lower walls are lined with great slabs of stone. The slabs are decorated with low reliefs or elaborated into guardian demons.

Winged Human Headed Bull

Who- Assyrians
What- Limestone Sculpture
When- 720 B.C.
Where-Khorsbad
Why- Invest the palace facade with an imposing and dramatic aspect/to ward off enemies
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