Ancient History. Persia. Abandonment of a corpse to the beasts. German engraving, 1865

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Ancient History. Persia. Abandonment of a corpse to the beasts. German engraving, 1865

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Ancient History Beasts Corpse Persia Abandonment Santiago Ortega

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This print titled "Ancient History. Persia. Abandonment of a corpse to the beasts" takes us back in time to an era shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Created by an unknown German engraver in 1865, this remarkable piece captures a chilling scene from ancient Persia. In vivid color and intricate detail, we witness the solemn moment when a lifeless body is left exposed to the wild beasts that roam these lands. The abandoned corpse lies motionless on the ground while ferocious creatures circle around it, their primal instincts awakened by the scent of death. This image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by ancient civilizations, where burial rituals differed greatly from our modern practices. It serves as a haunting reminder of how different cultures throughout history have dealt with mortality and confronted their fears surrounding death. Preserved within a private collection, this rare engraving allows us to delve deeper into Persian history and explore its unique customs and beliefs. Santiago Ortega's careful curation ensures that this valuable piece continues to captivate viewers with its historical significance. As we gaze upon this horizontal composition, we are transported back through time, compelled to contemplate our own mortality while pondering the vastness of human existence across continents and centuries gone by.

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