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Alcander a young man of Sparta attacking Lycurgus, from Hutchinson
3614271 Alcander a young man of Sparta attacking Lycurgus, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Alcander a young man of Sparta attacking Lycurgus and stabbing out one of his eyes when his fellow-citizens were discontented with the laws Lycurgus proposed. Lycurgus, c. 900-800 BC. Quasi-legendary lawgiver of Sparta who established the military-oriented reformation of Spartan society in accordance with the Oracle of Apollo at Delphi. From Hutchinsons History of the Nations, published 1915.); English, out of copyright
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This print captures a dramatic moment from ancient Greek history. In the image, Alcander, a young man of Sparta, is seen attacking Lycurgus, the quasi-legendary lawgiver of Sparta. The intensity of the scene is palpable as Alcander stabs out one of Lycurgus' eyes in an act of rebellion against the laws proposed by him. The historical context behind this event adds depth to the image. Lycurgus lived around 900-800 BC and was responsible for establishing a military-oriented reformation of Spartan society based on guidance from the Oracle of Apollo at Delphi. However, his fellow citizens grew discontented with these laws, leading to this shocking attack by Alcander. The engraving beautifully portrays the tension between tradition and change that often characterizes civilizations throughout history. It serves as a reminder that even in ancient times, people grappled with societal reforms and clashed over differing ideologies. This archival artwork offers us a glimpse into an era long gone but still relevant today. It invites contemplation about power dynamics within societies and raises questions about how individuals respond when faced with changes they may not agree with. Overall, this illustration provides both historical insight and artistic intrigue through its depiction of an intense moment in ancient Greek history.
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