Akkadians

12 artifacts · 2350 BCE – 2100 BCE · people (3) · artifact (3) · battle (2) · art (2) · architecture (1) · spiritual (1)

As one of the world's first empires, the Akkadians left an indelible mark on Mesopotamian history through their conquests and cultural innovations. This collection reveals the achievements of powerful rulers, monumental artwork, and significant events that shaped their enduring legacy.

The Collection

• Sargon of Akkad — 2350 BCE · people
• Stele of Naram-Sim — 2350 BCE · artifact
• Sargon's Conquest of Sumer — 2334 BCE · battle
• Enheduanna — 2300 BCE · people
• Akkad — 2300 BCE · architecture
• Bronze Head of an Akkadian Ruler — 2300 BCE · artifact
• Disk of Enheduanna — 2300 BCE · art
• Naram-Sin — 2254 BCE · people
• Bassetki Statue — 2250 BCE · artifact
• Akkadian Cylinder Seal — 2250 BCE · art
• Destruction of Ebla — 2240 BCE · battle
• Curse of Agade — 2100 BCE · spiritual