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Zingiddus sacrifice after the flood, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c. 1910 (litho)
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Zingiddus sacrifice after the flood, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c. 1910 (litho)
STC357935 Zingiddus sacrifice after the flood, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: A priest-king named Zingiddu, after being divinely warned of the approach of a flood, escaped in his boat with family and various animals and when after 7 days the rain stopped, sacrificed an ox and a sheep to Enlil, the chief Sumerian deity; ); The Stapleton Collection
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The captivating lithograph, "Zingiddus Sacrifice after the Flood" transports us back to ancient times, illustrating a pivotal moment in history. Created by Allan Stewart in 1910 for Hutchinson's History of the Nations, this print captures the essence of a remarkable event. Intriguingly, Zingiddus was not just an ordinary man but a priest-king who received divine warnings about an impending flood. Faced with imminent danger, he took his family and various animals aboard his boat to seek salvation. For seven long days, they braved the relentless rain until finally finding refuge on dry land. As gratitude overflowed within him for their miraculous survival, Zingiddus decided to express his devotion and thankfulness through sacrifice. In this mesmerizing scene depicted before us, we witness him offering an ox and a sheep as offerings to Enlil – the chief deity of Sumerian mythology. Every detail is meticulously captured in this lithograph: from Zingiddus' regal attire to the intricate cloth draping over Enlil's idol. The composition exudes reverence and awe as worship unfolds along the riverbank. This artwork not only showcases religious rituals but also highlights leadership qualities embodied by Zingiddus himself – a ruler who navigated treacherous waters with courage and determination. Stewart's masterful engraving transports us into this ancient world where faith intertwines with survival. It serves as both a visual feast for art enthusiasts and an educational tool
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