c. 2144–2124 BCEReputable sourceWell documented
Gudea of Lagash
On the timeline · around c. 2144–2124 BCE ·
What happened
Amid the fragmentation after Akkad, Gudea ruled the city-state of Lagash in a period of peace and prosperity. He devoted himself to building temples, and left behind many finely carved diorite statues portraying himself in prayer.
Why it matters
Gudea's reign marked a Sumerian cultural revival, and his statues and inscriptions are among the finest artworks and richest texts to survive from ancient Sumer.
Sources
- World History Encyclopedia. Gudea · Reputable source