Statements (197)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:painting
gptkb:mythical_creatures gptkb:mythology |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
modern media
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
urbanization
Genesis 11 |
| gptkbp:built |
reach the heavens
|
| gptkbp:collection |
gptkb:the_Museum_of_Fine_Arts,_Boston
|
| gptkbp:constructed_in |
the descendants of Noah
descendants of Noah |
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Pieter_Bruegel_the_Elder
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:storytelling
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| gptkbp:depicted_in |
gptkb:sculptures
art and literature movies prints frescoes and murals a ziggurat in some interpretations |
| gptkbp:depicts |
the limits of human endeavor
the limits of human achievement the biblical story of the Tower of Babel |
| gptkbp:dimensions |
114 cm × 155 cm
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| gptkbp:exhibited_at |
various art museums
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| gptkbp:explains_the_origin_of |
different languages
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| gptkbp:featured_in |
movies and television
|
| gptkbp:features |
landscapes
a large tower various human figures |
| gptkbp:features_a_tower_that_reaches |
the heavens
|
| gptkbp:has_been_restored |
the 20th century
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| gptkbp:has_influenced |
modern storytelling
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| gptkbp:has_inspired |
architectural designs
|
| gptkbp:has_lore |
enduring relevance
cross-cultural significance been explored in psychology been discussed in anthropology |
| gptkbp:historical_interpretation |
gptkb:ancient_Mesopotamia
a critique of human pride |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Tower of Babel
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| gptkbp:illustrated_by |
gptkb:children's_literature
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| gptkbp:influenced |
linguistic studies
|
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Hieronymus_Bosch
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| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:various_adaptations
other artists |
| gptkbp:intended_use |
reach heaven
|
| gptkbp:involves_a_group_of_people_known_as |
the descendants of Noah
|
| gptkbp:is_a_focal_point_for |
gptkb:historical_analysis
cultural studies art discussions |
| gptkbp:is_a_reference_point_in |
discussions of ethics
|
| gptkbp:is_a_representation_of |
cultural diversity
the biblical narrative |
| gptkbp:is_a_subject_of |
gptkb:theological_debate
gptkb:academic_research gptkb:historical_analysis psychological analysis art exhibitions linguistics sociolinguistics philosophical debate various interpretations philosophical discussion art critiques artistic interpretation |
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
gptkb:cultural_identity
diversity of languages cultural unity and division diversity in language |
| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
gptkb:sociology
art history cultural studies theological studies its symbolism |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:the_Bible
human pride the theme of unity and division |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a masterpiece
|
| gptkbp:is_described_as |
a ziggurat
|
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:documentaries
films and documentaries art documentaries art history textbooks |
| gptkbp:is_found_in |
gptkb:Genesis_11:1-9
|
| gptkbp:is_interpreted_as_a_warning_against |
gptkb:hubris
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
its vibrant colors
its complex composition its detailed architecture |
| gptkbp:is_linked_to_the_city_of |
gptkb:Babylon
|
| gptkbp:is_located_in |
gptkb:Babylon
|
| gptkbp:is_mentioned_in |
gptkb:Islam
gptkb:Genesis_11:1-9 |
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
gptkb:the_Great_Wall_of_China
the myth of Icarus other creation myths other biblical artworks |
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
art and literature
a tall structure a tower reaching the sky |
| gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in |
art education
sociolinguistics |
| gptkbp:is_often_referenced_in |
gptkb:literary_work
cultural discussions about language discussions of globalization |
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
miscommunication
political discourse educational contexts |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
Judeo-Christian tradition the collective memory of humanity the folklore of various cultures the history of architecture the cultural heritage of humanity the collective memory of cultures ancient Mesopotamian history the cultural heritage of Babylon the cultural heritage of Belgium a series of works by Bruegel |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
art analysis
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its narrative complexity
|
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
gptkb:poetry
gptkb:Shakespeare's_works gptkb:literature gptkb:philosophy political discourse various cultural works |
| gptkbp:is_related_to |
the concept of diaspora
the concept of unity and division |
| gptkbp:is_significant_for |
Renaissance art
the history of Western art |
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
failed human endeavors
failed ambition |
| gptkbp:led_to |
the confusion of languages
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Museum_of_Fine_Arts,_Boston
gptkb:Babel |
| gptkbp:medium |
oil on wood
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| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:music
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| gptkbp:narrative |
gptkb:hubris
gptkb:the_Bible gptkb:historical_significance gptkb:identity divine intervention ambition moral implications cultural impact the human condition influenced literature multiple interpretations used in education the nature of humanity retold in various cultures the consequences of ambition endured through centuries. the limits of human ambition inspired artistic interpretations the theme of exile interpreted in various ways analyzed in theology been adapted into plays been featured in documentaries inspired countless retellings unity and division been referenced in speeches the nature of communication the consequences of defiance been critiqued by scholars inspired discussions on globalization humanity's quest for knowledge cross-cultural significance the consequences of defiance against God the origins of different languages been analyzed in cultural studies been used in political discourse been depicted in illustrations been included in folklore been referenced in philosophy been used in storytelling traditions the fragility of human unity |
| gptkbp:notable_examples |
Renaissance humanism
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| gptkbp:notable_work |
Pieter Bruegel the Elder.
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| gptkbp:often_includes |
art history courses
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| gptkbp:represents |
human pride
diversity of languages |
| gptkbp:resulted_in |
confusion of languages
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| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:Northern_Renaissance
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| gptkbp:symbolizes |
human ambition
human pride diversity of languages |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:literature
gptkb:music modern storytelling |
| gptkbp:year_created |
1563
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Exposition_Internationale_du_Surréalisme
gptkb:Marc_Chagall gptkb:Anselm_Kiefer gptkb:Julie_Mehretu gptkb:Paul_Klee |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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