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Ostracism in Ancient Greece: " Aristide and the Peasant" An illiterate peasant who does not recognize the Athenian statesman Aristide the Just (530-467 BC), strikes with ostracism, asks him to write his name for himself on a chess
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Ostracism in Ancient Greece: " Aristide and the Peasant" An illiterate peasant who does not recognize the Athenian statesman Aristide the Just (530-467 BC), strikes with ostracism, asks him to write his name for himself on a chess
ELD4897814 Ostracism in Ancient Greece: " Aristide and the Peasant" An illiterate peasant who does not recognize the Athenian statesman Aristide the Just (530-467 BC), strikes with ostracism, asks him to write his name for himself on a chess, 483 BC Engraving after the painting by Eugene Ernest Hillemacher (O18-1887) (Stracism during the athenian democracy: the athenian stateman Aristides (530 BC - 468 BC) is asked by an illiterate voter, who did not know him, to write upon his ostrakon (voting shard) the name of Aristides (Aristeides) engraving after Hillemacher) Engraving from " Les grandes infortunes" by Changer and Spont, 19th century Private collection; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ostracism in Ancient Greece: " Aristide and the Peasant" An illiterate peasant who does not recognize the Athenian statesman Aristide the Just (530-467 BC), strikes with ostracism, asks him to write his name for himself on a chess, 483 BC Engraving after the painting by Eugene Ernest Hillemacher (O18-1887) (Stracism during the athenian democracy: the athenian stateman Aristides (530 BC - 468 BC) is asked by an illiterate voter, who did not know him, to write upon his ostrakon (voting shard) the name of Aristides (Aristeides) engraving after Hillemacher) Engraving from " Les grandes infortunes" by Changer and Spont, 19th century Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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In this powerful image, we are transported back to Ancient Greece during the time of ostracism. The scene depicts Aristide the Just, a respected Athenian statesman, being confronted by an illiterate peasant who does not recognize him. The peasant, wielding the power of ostracism, asks Aristide to write his own name on a shard for voting.
This moment captures the essence of democracy in Ancient Greece - where every citizen had a voice and could participate in important decisions such as ostracism. Despite his noble status and contributions to society, Aristide is humbly asked to prove his identity through writing.
The tension between social classes and levels of education is palpable in this interaction. It serves as a reminder that even the most esteemed individuals were subject to the will of the people during this era.
The engraving by Eugene Ernest Hillemacher beautifully portrays this historical event with intricate detail and emotion. It offers us a glimpse into the complexities of ancient political systems and societal norms.
As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of the power dynamics at play in Ancient Greece and how they continue to shape our understanding of history today.
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