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Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars, burning of texts and slaughter of scholars during the Qin dynasty, under the reign of Qin Shi Huang and of Ancient China, between 213 210 BC
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Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars, burning of texts and slaughter of scholars during the Qin dynasty, under the reign of Qin Shi Huang and of Ancient China, between 213 210 BC
ELD4965774 Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars, burning of texts and slaughter of scholars during the Qin dynasty, under the reign of Qin Shi Huang and of Ancient China, between 213 210 BC. 19th century (engraving from "Histoire des jesuites" by Boucher) by Marckl, Louis (b.1807) (after); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive
Media ID 28383344
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This photo print, titled "Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars" takes us back to the tumultuous era of Ancient China during the Qin dynasty. The engraving, created by Louis Marckl in the 19th century, vividly depicts a dark chapter in Chinese history under the reign of Qin Shi Huang. In this powerful image, we witness an act of destruction that shook the foundations of knowledge and intellectual freedom. The scene portrays a chaotic moment as texts are set ablaze while scholars meet their tragic fate at the hands of ruthless authorities. This deliberate eradication was part of a larger campaign initiated by Emperor Qin Shi Huang to consolidate power and suppress dissent. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings forth a sense of despair and anguish felt by those witnessing this horrific event. Through his skilled engraving technique, Marckl captures not only the physical destruction but also conveys the emotional toll inflicted upon these scholars who dedicated their lives to preserving knowledge. As we reflect on this historical tragedy, it serves as a reminder that throughout human history, there have been moments when power has sought to silence voices and erase collective memory. This photograph stands as a testament to our enduring struggle for intellectual freedom and preservation against oppressive forces.
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