Cast of the "Black Obelisk"
858 BC - 824 BC
Plaster
Original Site Unknown
140 cm x 41 cm x 62 cm
Plaster
Original Site Unknown
140 cm x 41 cm x 62 cm
Look Closely!
What do you see?
What makes you think that?
What else do you see?
Discussion Questions
Use the questions provided to guide your examination of the artifact.
Why do you think the king had this obelisk made?
What animals do you see being presented to the king as tribute?
Can you think of other ancient peoples who produced monuments similar to this one?