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Wall Painting |
A large-scale painting that covers the expanse of a wall. Also known as a mural. EX: Hall of Bulls |
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Post and Lintel |
An architectural system of contruction with 2 or more vertical elements (posts) supporting a horizontal element (lintel) EX: Stonehenge |
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Hieratic Scale |
Using different sizes for powerful of holy figures. The larger figure is the most important.
Ex: Stele of Naram-Sin |
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Ziggurat |
In Mesopotamia, a tall, stepped tower or platform that supports a temple or shrine
EX: White Temple |
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Votive Figures |
An image created as a devotional offering EX: Votive Statues |
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Lamassu |
Guardian figures or protectors of Ancient Near East palaces and throne rooms. EX: Human-Headed Winged Lion |
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Crenellation |
Notched patterns along the top of a tower or parapet. EX: Babylon Temple |
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Pylon Temple |
A temple preceded by a pylon. EX: Funerary Temple of Hatshepsut |
