The lion hunting scene of Assurnasirpal II (Fig. 2-14) marks a shift in Mesopotamian art from a sense of timeless solemnity toward greater
A) political content.
B) emotional drama.
C) historical accuracy.
D) interest in individuals.

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The lion hunting scene of Assurnasirpal II marks a shift toward greater emotional drama in Mesopotamian art. The scene depicts a dramatic action and includes a sense of movement and energy, which was not as prevalent in earlier works. This shift from solemnity to drama may have been influenced by the rise of the Neo-Assyrian Empire and the need to assert power and control through impressive and memorable imagery.

The Lion Hunting Scene of Assurnasirpal II (Fig