2,700-Year-Old Sculpture of Assyrian Deity Unearthed in Iraq

Since its first excavation in 1992, the remarkably well-preserved lamassu sculpture has survived multiple attacks on cultural heritage in the region.

2,700-Year-Old Sculpture of Assyrian Deity Unearthed in Iraq
The excavation was announced by Iraqi authorities last week. (all photos by Mustafa Faraj, courtesy Mustafa Faraj and Iraqi State Board of Antiquities and Heritage)