Print of the Hammurabi stele, a stone slab featuring a bas-relief of Hammurabi before Shamash
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Framed Print of Code of Hammurabi, 1750 BC
The Hammurabi stele. Hammurabi is depicted as standing before Sun God, Shamash. Hammurabi (1810-1750 BC)) was the sixth king of Babylon. He became the first king of the Babylonian Empire following the abdication of his father, Sin-Muballit, extending Babylon's control over Mesopotamia by winning a series of wars against neighboring kingdoms. Hammurabi is known for the set of laws called Hammurabi's Code, one of the first written codes of law in recorded history. These laws were inscribed on stone tablets (stele) standing over eight feet tall, of unknown provenance, found in Persia in 1901. The stele is decorated with a bas-relief of Hammurabi being commissioned by the sun god Shamash to inscribe the laws. The code contains nearly 4, 000 lines of text containing around 282 laws, a historical prologue, and a literary and religious epilogue. Owing to his reputation in modern times as an ancient law-giver, Hammurabi's portrait is in many government buildings throughout the world. © New York Public Library / Science Source
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Hammurabi Code , Mesopotamia History , Babylonian Empire , Ancient Laws , Sun God Shamash , Written Codes Of Law , Archaeological Artifact , Cuneiform Texts , Historical Prologue Epilogue , Babylonian Kingdom
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Step back in time and discover the ancient wisdom of the Code of Hammurabi, a testament to the enduring power of justice and morality. This framed print brings to life a pivotal moment in history, where King Hammurabi stands before the all-seeing Sun God, Shamash. A powerful reminder that even in ancient times, humanity sought to create a fair and just society. Perfect for any history buff or lover of art.
Ancient wisdom stands tall in these prints of the Hammurabi stele, a testament to the enduring power of law and justice. The sixth king of Babylon is depicted humbly before Shamash, the Sun God, as he receives divine guidance for his groundbreaking code. A masterpiece from 1750 BC, this bas-relief showcases Hammurabi's commission by Shamash to inscribe nearly 4,000 lines of text containing 282 laws that shaped Mesopotamian society.
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