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Lysander orders the walls of Athen to be torn down (engraving)
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Lysander orders the walls of Athen to be torn down (engraving)
3647029 Lysander orders the walls of Athen to be torn down (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lysander orders the walls of Athen to be torn down. Illustration for Weltgeschichte Fur Das Volk by Otto von Corvin and Wilhelm Held (Verlag und Druck von Otto Spamer, 1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23146972
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5th Century Bc Athenians Athens Defeated Demolished Demolishing Destroyed Destroying Dismantling Fifth Century Bc Lysander Razing Spartans Trumpeters Victorious Vth Century Bc Walls Dismantled Greece Greek Greeks Peloponnesian War Razed
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This engraving, titled "Lysander orders the walls of Athens to be torn down" transports us back to a pivotal moment in ancient Greek history. Created by the German School in the 19th century, this print showcases Lysander's commanding presence as he issues the fateful order. The scene depicts a group of trumpeters heralding his command while Athenian walls loom ominously in the background. The image is part of a series featured in Weltgeschichte Fur Das Volk, an influential publication by Otto von Corvin and Wilhelm Held. Through their collaboration with Otto Spamer's publishing house, this historical illustration was brought to life for audiences eager to delve into Greece's rich past. The significance of this event cannot be overstated; it marks a turning point during the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta. Lysander's victory over Athens led him to dismantle and demolish its once-mighty walls, symbolizing not only military triumph but also political dominance. Through careful digital restoration, this image now shines brightly, allowing viewers today to appreciate both its artistic merit and historical importance. As we gaze upon this engraving from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are reminded of Europe's enduring fascination with ancient Greece and how these events have shaped our understanding of Western civilization.
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