Tower of Babel, historical artwork C017 / 6905
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Tower of Babel, historical artwork C017 / 6905
Tower of Babel. 19th-century artwork of the construction of the Tower of Babel. As told in the Book of Genesis in the Judaeo-Christian bible, this tower was built in Babylon on the Shinar plain by descendants of Noah. The tower, built to reach heaven, angered God who destroyed it. As punishment, the builders were scattered and instead of one language there were now many. This wood engraving dates from circa 1888
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1888 Antiquity Architectural Architecture Babylonian Bible Biblical Build Builder Building Construct Constructing Engineering Group Legend Mesopotamia Middle East Middle Eastern Myth Religion Religious Story Tower Book Of Genesis Builders Mesopotamian Tower Of Babel
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This print showcases a historical artwork titled "Tower of Babel" dating back to the 19th century. The image depicts the construction of the Tower of Babel, as described in the Book of Genesis from the Judaeo-Christian Bible. Built by descendants of Noah in Babylon on the Shinar plain, this towering structure was intended to reach heaven but ultimately incurred God's wrath and destruction. As punishment, the builders were scattered across different lands, resulting in diverse languages instead of one unified tongue. The wood engraving, created around 1888, beautifully captures both the architectural grandeur and mythical significance associated with this ancient tale. It transports us back to Mesopotamia during a time when human ambition clashed with divine intervention. Intriguingly detailed and monochrome in nature, this artwork offers a glimpse into religious history and Middle Eastern culture. The figures depicted are predominantly male builders diligently constructing what would become an emblematic symbol for human hubris. With its rich symbolism and profound narrative rooted in antiquity, this print serves as a testament to mankind's ceaseless pursuit of greatness while reminding us that even our loftiest ambitions can be humbled by forces beyond our control.
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