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The Banquet of Damocles, 1890. Creator: Unknown
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The Banquet of Damocles, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Banquet of Damocles, 1890. Damocles, 4th century BC courtier, swapped places for a day with King Dionysius II who arranged for a sword held by a single hair of a horses tail to hang above his chair, to better understand great fortune and power bring fear, anxiety and great danger. A moral known as the Sword of Damocles. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol. I - Early and Greek History", by Edmund Ollier. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890]
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This print showcases "The Banquet of Damocles" a powerful depiction of an ancient moral tale. Created in 1890 by an unknown artist, this image transports us back to the 4th century BC court of Dionysius II in Syracuse. The story unfolds as Damocles, a courtier seeking to understand the perils that accompany great fortune and power, swaps places with the king for a day. Intriguingly captured in monochrome, we witness Damocles seated at the banquet table while above him hangs a sword suspended by a single hair from a horse's tail. This symbolic representation of imminent danger evokes fear and anxiety within both Damocles and ourselves as viewers. Through this thought-provoking illustration from "Cassells Illustrated Universal History". Edmund Ollier invites us to reflect on the inherent risks that come with wealth and influence. The luxurious setting depicted here emphasizes the opulence enjoyed by those in positions of power but also serves as a reminder that such privilege is often accompanied by constant peril. As we gaze upon this historic scene, it becomes evident that even amidst grandeur, one cannot escape vulnerability. This timeless message resonates across centuries, reminding us all to consider how our desires for greatness may bring unforeseen consequences.
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