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Fine Art Print : The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC
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The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC
The Phoenician alphabet developed from the Proto-Canaanite alphabet, during the 15th century BC. Before then the Phoenicians wrote with a cuneiform script. The earliest known inscriptions in the Phoenician alphabet come from Byblos and date back to 1000 BC
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15th Alphabet Back Byblos Century Cuneiform Date Developed Earliest Lebanon Phoenician Script 1000 Inscriptions Phoenicians
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of ancient civilizations with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating print showcases the Phoenician alphabet, a significant development from the Proto-Canaanite script during the 15th century BC. Witness the evolution of written language as we know it, with this intriguing depiction sourced from Universal Images Group. Bring history into your home or office and ignite conversations with this stunning piece of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 28.4cm x 53.3cm (11.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the evolution of written communication through the ages. Depicting an ancient artifact, it unveils the remarkable journey of the Phoenician alphabet, which emerged from its predecessor, the Proto-Canaanite script, during the 15th century BC. Prior to this groundbreaking development, the Phoenicians relied on cuneiform writing for their records and messages. The significance of this particular image lies in its historical context. Originating from Lebanon, a cradle of civilization in antiquity, it sheds light on one of humanity's earliest attempts at creating a standardized writing system. The intricate inscriptions captured here are believed to be among the earliest known examples of Phoenician writing and hail from Byblos—a city steeped in rich cultural heritage—dating back to 1000 BC. As we gaze upon this relic from millennia ago, we cannot help but marvel at how these ancient societies paved the way for modern alphabets that shape our world today. The Phoenician alphabet served as a crucial precursor to numerous scripts used across different languages and cultures throughout history. Through this photograph's lens, we are transported back in time—an immersive glimpse into an era where words were etched onto stone tablets or papyrus scrolls with utmost care and precision. It serves as a reminder of our collective human endeavor to communicate effectively across generations and continents—a testament to our unyielding quest for knowledge and connection.
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