Assyrian sculpted relief of an Eagle-headed protective spirit. Dates from c865-860 BC. Originally in Temple of Ninurta, Nimrud.

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Size: 2786px × 4193px
Location: British Museum, London, UK
Photo credit: © SJ Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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