Sixth Century Bc Collection (page 5)

The sixth century BC was a time of great cultural and artistic development

Sixth Century Bc Collection: The meeting between Psamtik III and Cambyses. Psamtik III also known as Psammetichus

The meeting between Psamtik III and Cambyses. Psamtik III also known as Psammetichus, last Pharaoh of the Twenty-sixth Dynasty of Egypt. King Cambyses II of Persia

Sixth Century Bc Collection: Confucius, 551-479 BC. Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher of the Spring

Confucius, 551-479 BC. Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history

Sixth Century Bc Collection: Artists impression of Solomons Temple in ancient Jerusalem before it was destroyed by

Artists impression of Solomons Temple in ancient Jerusalem before it was destroyed by Nebuchadnezzar II after the Siege of Jerusalem of 587 BC

Sixth Century Bc Collection: Goddess Bastet as a cat, from Saqqara

Goddess Bastet as a cat, from Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI. Goddess Bastet as a cat. From Saqqara

Sixth Century Bc Collection: Bronze figure of seated cat, from Saqqara

Bronze figure of seated cat, from Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI. Bronze figure of seated cat. From Saqqara

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The sixth century BC was a time of great cultural and artistic development. In Greece, Pythagoras and Euclid were making groundbreaking discoveries in mathematics that would shape the future of the field. Meanwhile, artists were creating masterpieces like the marble tile depicting their achievements. In Athens, the Panathenaic prize amphora showcased the city's love for sports and competition. Crafted from clay, this vessel symbolized victory and honor for its recipients. Across the Aegean Sea, black-figure panel amphorae became popular during this period. These ceramic containers featured intricate designs that told stories or depicted scenes from daily life. Farther east in Iran, Persepolis stood as a testament to Persian power and grandeur. The audience scene of Darius I carved into stone captured the magnificence of his court gatherings. The treasury at Persepolis was an architectural marvel that housed vast riches. Its photo reveals its imposing structure against a backdrop of mountains. Cuneiform inscriptions on sandstone walls at Apadana palace provided valuable historical information about ancient Persia. Bas reliefs on these same walls depicted scenes from royal ceremonies and battles. The pillars of Apadana palace displayed incredible craftsmanship with detailed carvings in stone. Each pillar told a story or represented an aspect of Persian culture. Darius' private residence, known as Tachara palace, boasted stunning reliefs made from stone. These artworks showcased scenes from everyday life as well as moments of triumph for the Achaemenid empire. A granite statue immortalized Darius himself during this era. This regal figure served as a reminder of his leadership and influence over Persia's golden age.