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Death Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum title object
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Death Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum title object
Death of Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum (title on object) Downfall of world empires in classical antiquity (series title), Round show. The Assyrian king Sardanapalus sets fire to his palace after the Medes defeat his army at Nineveh. He hunts his court for the blade. The print is based on a lost bas-relief by Gerard de Lairesse and is part of a four-part series on the demise of world empires in classical antiquity. Death of Sardanapalus: before burning himself in his palace with all his treasures, he has his harem and his horses killed, Johannes Glauber, 1684 - 1726, paper, etching, h 309 mm × w 314 mm
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1684 1726 Army Based Blade Burning Classical Antiquity Court Death Four Part Series Gerard De Lairesse Harem Hunts Johannes Glauber Nineveh Palace Round Series Title Title Treasures Demise Downfall Sardanapalus
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The captivating print titled "Death Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum" transports us back to a pivotal moment in classical antiquity. Depicting the downfall of world empires, this round show captures the dramatic scene where the Assyrian king Sardanapalus faces his ultimate defeat. After suffering a devastating loss against the Medes at Nineveh, he takes matters into his own hands. In this artwork based on a lost bas-relief by Gerard de Lairesse, we witness Sardanapalus setting fire to his opulent palace. Determined not to let his treasures fall into enemy hands, he embarks on a haunting hunt for the blade that will end his life. The intensity and desperation are palpable as he searches through his court. This stunning etching by Johannes Glauber beautifully conveys both the grandeur and tragedy of this historical event. It is part of a four-part series exploring the demise of world empires in classical antiquity, offering viewers an opportunity to reflect upon power dynamics and their inevitable consequences. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of humanity's capacity for destruction and self-destruction alike. The image serves as a poignant reminder that even mighty rulers are subject to fate's cruel hand. With its intricate details and evocative composition, "Death Sardanapalus Fatum Assijriorum" invites us to contemplate our own mortality while marveling at the artistic mastery behind its creation.
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