Investiture of Zimri-Lim
| The Investiture of Zimri-Lim | |
|---|---|
Overview of the fresco | |
| Material | Mural painting on white plaster |
| Size | 4.25 square metres (45.7 sq ft) |
| Height | 1.7 metres (5 ft 7 in) |
| Width | 2.5 metres (8 ft 2 in) |
| Created | c. 18th century BC |
| Period/culture | Amorite |
| Discovered | 1935–1936 |
| Place | Royal palace of Mari, Syria |
| Present location | Musée du Louvre, Paris |
| Identification | AO 19826 |
The Investiture of Zimri-Lim is a large colorful mural discovered at the Royal Palace of the ancient city-state of Mari in eastern Syria. The fresco, which dates back to the 18th century BC, depicts Zimri-Lim, king of Mari, receiving the rod-and-ring symbol (a ring and a staff, symbols of rule) from the goddess Ishtar. It was discovered by French archaeologist André Parrot during excavations at Mari in 1935–1936. The painting is now displayed at the Musée du Louvre in Paris, France.