Archaeology; Digital Archaeology; Parthian; Rock-Reliefs; Iraq; Kurdistan
Abstract :
[en] The ancient fortress of Amadiya is situated atop a mesa at the foot of the Zagros Mountains in Iraqi-Kurdistan. In front of the Mosul Gate there are two rock-reliefs depicting larger than life figures in traditional Parthian dress. This article presents detailed illustrations of these sculptures, using digital photogrammetry to enhance eroded features.
Disciplines :
Archaeology
Author, co-author :
Miglus, Peter A.; Heidelberg University [DE]
Brown, Michael; Heidelberg University [DE]
AGUILAR KONS, Juan Francisco ; University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) > Department of Humanities (DHUM) > History ; Heidelberg University [DE]
External co-authors :
yes
Language :
English
Title :
Parthian Rock-Reliefs from Amadiya in Iraqi-Kurdistan
