The Epic of Gilgamesh Cuneiform Tablet V – Poster, Wrapped Canvas, Framed Print. The Epic of Gilgamesh is regarded as the earliest surviving notable literature in history (and the second oldest religious text). Centering around Gilgamesh, the half human-half Anunnaki Demigod who ruled Sumer during the Third Dynasty of Ur ca. 2100 BC in ancient Iraq (Mesopotamia). The epic recounts the adventures of Gilgamesh and his friend Enkidu, the shaggy’wildman’ who some attest to being similar to a bigfoot type creature. In Tablet XI of the epic, Gilgamesh meets with a man named Utnapishtim, a survivor of the biblical flood, whom Gilgamesh consults about the secret of immortality. Utnapishtim was the only man to escape death having preserved human and animal life in the great boat he built after receiving instructions from the Anunnaki God, Enki. Many believe this to be the origin of the’Noah’s flood’ tale in the Bible. The tales of the epic exist in Sumerian, Old Babylonian and New Babylonian language versions. The ancient Mesopotamians inscribed epic tales like this in cuneiform script on clay tablets, such as this image (featured) of T. 1147, currently housed in the Sulymaniyah Museum in Northern Iraq. It was recovered from smugglers during the looting of artifacts after the Second Gulf War. This particular piece offers tantalizing new details of the story previously known from Tablet V, with Gilgamesh and Enkidu encountering monkeys, cicadas, and birds in a lush cedar forest. While there, they slay the mighty Humbaba, who is described as being a powerful ruler, ogre or giant. Hang a piece of history in your living or office space with our premium quality ancient wall art inspired by 250,000 years of human history and culture. Choose from 3 different styles of print with our classic poster, wrapped canvas or luxury framed print. We use only the highest quality museum grade materials for all of our items, and with our 100+ year guarantee we are certain that your print will not fade or discolor over time. With a combination of over 16,000,000 colors, our stunning wall art makes the perfect centre piece for any room of your choosing. We use eco friendly non toxic inks which are safe for both adults and children and pets! And we use environmentally friendly packaging materials on all deliveries where possible. Size Guide Canvas Prints. Frame Width 1.5 (38mm). 40″ x 30″ (101.6 x 76.2 cm). 32″ x 24″ (81.3 x 61 cm). 24″ x 18″ (61 x 45.7 cm). 16″ x 12″ (40.6 x 30.4 cm). 12″ x 10″ (30.4 x 25.4 cm). Size Guide Posters & Framed Prints. A0: 46.8 x 33.1 Inch (118.9 x 84.1 cm). A1: 33.1 x 23.4 Inch (84.1 x 59.4 cm). A2: 23.4 x 16.5 Inch (59.4 x 42 cm). A3: 16.5 x 11.7 Inch (42 x 29.7 cm). A4: 11.7 x 8.3 Inch (29.7 x 21 cm). Poster, Canvas or Framed Prints. 5 Classic Sizes Available. Printed & Cured via UV Lightbar Technology. 100+ Year Guarantee. Museum Grade Quality. Printed with Eco-Friendly Inks. This item is in the category “Art\Art Prints”. The seller is “babylonartprints” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Size: White Frame A1 33 x 23 Inches
• Artist: Unknown
• Production Technique: Giclée & Iris Printing
• Style: Primitive
• Material: Giclee & Iris Print
• Type: Print
• Features: Canvas, Framed Print, Poster, Wrapped Canvas, Acrylic Perspex Cover, UV & Dust Protection, Quality Checked, European Kiln Dried Knotless Pine Wood, High Quality Substrate, UV Lightbar Curing Technology, Satin Finished Frames, Choose from 3 Frame Colors, Museum Grade Materials, Black, White or Natural Wood Frame, 100 Year Guarantee, Framed, Matted
• Subject: History
• Personalise: No
• Year of Production: Made to Order
• Width (Inches): Varies
• Listed By: Artist
• Originality: Limited Edition Print
• Colour: Clay
• Height (Inches): Varies
• Print Surface: Poster, Canvas, Paper
• Date of Creation: Made to Order