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Archers' frieze, Darius 1st Palace, Susa, AD 488
This human-headed winged lion was part of the palace of Darius the Great at Persepolis during Persian Empire at Susa (480 BC). The figure is a guardian angel called a “lamassu,” and statues of theses figures were often set at palace gates. (Photo via Wikipedia) Ancient Artefacts, Ancient Aliens, Ancient Times, Ancient Civilizations
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This human-headed winged lion was part of the palace of Darius the Great at Persepolis during Persian Empire at Susa (480 BC). The figure is a guardian angel called a “lamassu,” and statues of theses figures were often set at palace gates. (Photo via Wikipedia)