The document provides descriptions of several ancient Near Eastern artifacts and structures including:
1) The Ziggurat of Ur in Iraq from 2100 BCE which was a large mudbrick structure resembling a mountain with staircases and temples.
2) Lamassu figures from 700 BCE Iraq that served as winged guardian sculptures to ward off enemies.
3) The Standard of Ur from 2600 BCE that depicted scenes of war and peace and may have been part of a musical instrument.
4) A collection of artifacts found in temples including a statue from Tell Asmar in 2700 BCE representing worshippers.
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