The Code of Hammurabi is a well-preserved Babylonian law code of ancient Mesopotamia, dating back to between 1755 and 1750 BCE. It is one of the oldest deciphered writings of significant …

Jul 25, 2016 · Babylonia, – the ancient state based in central-southern Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq) – it is believed, became a major power during and immediately after the reign of …

Hammurabi of the city-state of Babylon conquered much of northern and western Mesopotamia and, by 1776 B.C.E., he was the most far-reaching leader of Mesopotamian history, describing …

We created Smarthistory to provide students around the world with the highest-quality educational resources for art and cultural heritage—for free. Cite this page as: Kayla McCarthy, "Law Code …

May 12, 2014 · Experience a journey to the world of ancient civilizations through the Art History perspective. Is Art History a science? When did the study of art history started? Impact of the …

Oct 28, 2014 · Created by King Hammurabi of Babylon in the 18th century BC, The Code of Hammurabi is an artifact of Ancient Mesopotamia and is one of the oldest and most influential …

The Stele of Hammurabi, roughly 2.25 metres tall, is a rounded stone slab, made of diorite, which dates to 1750 BC. Its top register shows a relief carving of Hammurabi receiving his kingship …

The Code of Hammurabi and the Rule of Ramses the Great is the first painting in the series. It depicts King Ramses walking through the palace with his wife, Queen Nefertari, followed by a …

The Stele of Hammurabi is a record of decisions and decrees made by Hammurabi over the course of his reign. Hammurabi was the sixth king of Babylon and The Stele was his code of …

The 23 marble relief portraits over the gallery doors of the House Chamber in the U.S. Capitol depict historical figures noted for their work in establishing the principles that underlie …