The Neo-Babylonian Empire began in 626BC and thrived economically, population wise and culturally. Much of the art is in the form of literature however, the Neo-Babylonian kings had many large buildings constructed demonstrating the architecture of the time. The art was influenced by the previous periods and show similar attributes. Cylinder seals became less detailed and saw a decline as terracotta figurine became more desirable. Coloured glaze as a technique improved as seen on the Ishtar gate. Popular imagery included deities, animals, kings and mythical creatures.
