Room Cour Khorsabad

Richelieu wing - Ground floor

Near Eastern Antiquities
Mesopotamia

This courtyard houses the impressive remains of the palace inaugurated by King Sargon II in Khorsabad (northern Iraq) in 706 BC. The sculpted reliefs are displayed in their original configuration, re-creating the monumental architecture of the palace.

Virtual tour

Practical information

In line with the measures taken by the government to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Musée du Louvre and Musée National Eugène Delacroix are closed until further notice.
All those who have purchased a ticket for this period will automatically receive a refund—no action is required.
Thank you for your understanding.

The Tuileries and Carrousel gardens remain open.