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The Gutians capturing a Babylonian City (litho)
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The Gutians capturing a Babylonian City (litho)
8660939 The Gutians capturing a Babylonian City (litho) by Bacon, Henry James Lynch (HL) (1875-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gutians capturing a Babylonian City. About 2575 BC a confederation of Semitic tribes from Guti descended upon the Babylonian plain. After a severe struggle they overcame their more civilized kindred, the Akkadians, as well as the Sumerians in the south, and dominated the country for many years. Akkadian troops are here seen making a stand outside their strongly fortified city, which has fallen by assault. Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn
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This dramatic lithograph by Henry James Lynch Bacon depicts the Gutians capturing a Babylonian city in around 2575 BC. The Gutians, a confederation of Semitic tribes from Guti, descended upon the Babylonian plain and overcame their more civilized kindred, the Akkadians, as well as the Sumerians in the south. In this scene, Akkadian troops are seen making a stand outside their fortified city as it falls to assault.
The intense struggle between these ancient civilizations is captured with striking detail and emotion in this print. The chaos of battle is evident in every brushstroke, conveying the desperation and violence of war during this tumultuous period of history.
Bacon's illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations brings to life a pivotal moment in Mesopotamian history when power shifted from one group to another through conquest and domination. The black-and-white imagery adds to the sense of timelessness and historical significance portrayed in this artwork.
This lithograph serves as a powerful reminder of the constant ebb and flow of power throughout human history, showcasing both triumphs and tragedies that have shaped our world today.
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