ing is in the untouched center where Ishtar is confronting Zimrilim. The artist brings attention to the importance of this by framing it, and having all the creatures faced toward the center. Also, the brightest point of the painting is focused on the empowerment, and there are many symbols of power surrounding it. The original viewers of the painting would have been drawn toward the weapons and lion with the figure of Ishtar. Queen Neferati Making an Offering to Isis, however uses a much different scheme to attract interest to its subject, the actual offering jars of perfumes. This offering takes place at the center of the painting, which the slant of the ceiling and the outlining hieroglyphics both lead toward. Despite the differences in focus, depth, and other composition aspects, both pieces cant be denied as great works of art.The works of art discussed come from very elaborate backgrounds. They share and oppose many aspects of artistic composition, from size to color schemes. The styles of the Babylonians and Egyptians, which contributed to these works, were both very unique and great during their time period. Their style, grace, and attention to detail is what makes empirical paintings such as Queen Neferati Making an Offering to Isis, and Investiture of Zimrilim still considered great art even today....
