The impressive presence of the mythological beings that flanked the Ishtar Gate in the wall of Babylon inspired the artists of the Lladró Haute Porcelain workshop in this powerful sculpture richly decorated with gilding, lustre and a wealth of colours and textures. Lamassu is the name of the winged bulls with human heads that guarded the entrance to the royal palaces of the ancient Neo-Assyrian empire. With their imposing appearance on either side of the gate, they symbolised the supernatural powers of kings, warding off evil and attracting good fortune. Every element of this mythological being is masterfully reproduced in this limited series. The wild bull of Mesopotamia that kings used to hunt, the eagle as a representation of the monarch contemplating his subjects and the crowned human head alluding to his intelligence and divinity. In the decoration of the piece, the blue tones, turquoise reminiscent of lapis lazuli and gold as a symbol of wealth, all applied by hand with a precise hand. These are joined by new polishes in cobalt blue and brown, as well as a combination of matte, gloss and satin finishes.
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Limited edition of 750 pieces
Weight
6.5 kg
Sculptor
Marco Antonio Noguerón
Dimensions
Height (cm): 51
Width (cm): 53
Length (cm): 27
Finish
Matt and silver lustre
Base Included
No
01001946
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