Prehistoric Mesopotamia was followed by the Bronze Age. Many inventions were created during this era, including bronze tools, weapons, castings, sculptures, chariots, and jewelry. Bronze was made by mixing copper and tin, which produced a stronger metal that was easily shaped and molded. Castings were made by melting this mixture and pouring it into molds made from wax and clay.
Some of the castings are beautiful. One of my favorites is the Head of an Akkadian Ruler, which is thought to be Sargon I. The eyes are believed to have once contained jewels, which were hollowed out to retrieve the stones. The casting is very life like with fine details. Sargon’s hair is in a bun, the beard is detailed with long spiral curls, and his nose, mouth and
Some of the castings are beautiful. One of my favorites is the Head of an Akkadian Ruler, which is thought to be Sargon I. The eyes are believed to have once contained jewels, which were hollowed out to retrieve the stones. The casting is very life like with fine details. Sargon’s hair is in a bun, the beard is detailed with long spiral curls, and his nose, mouth and