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The Eastern Crisis, Scene on the Bastion of the Earthwork Fort of the Powers in the Outskirts of Canea, with their Respective Flags flying (litho)
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The Eastern Crisis, Scene on the Bastion of the Earthwork Fort of the Powers in the Outskirts of Canea, with their Respective Flags flying (litho)
1597605 The Eastern Crisis, Scene on the Bastion of the Earthwork Fort of the Powers in the Outskirts of Canea, with their Respective Flags flying (litho) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Crisis, Scene on the Bastion of the Earthwork Fort of the Powers in the Outskirts of Canea, with their Respective Flags flying. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 March 1897.
W H Overend); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22274262
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bastion Canea Cretan Cretan Revolts Crete Eastern Crisis Greek Islands Outskirts Powers Austria Austrian Austrians Greece Greek
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The Eastern Crisis, Scene on the Bastion of the Earthwork Fort of the Powers in the Outskirts of Canea, with their Respective Flags flying
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is a captivating lithograph that captures a significant moment during the Eastern Crisis. The image showcases a scene on the bastion of an earthwork fort located in the outskirts of Canea, Crete. The flags of various nations flutter proudly in the wind, symbolizing their involvement and influence in this tumultuous period. The lithograph offers a glimpse into this historical event that unfolded in 1897. It was published as an illustration for The Illustrated London News and provides valuable insight into international relations at that time. Each flag represents a different power involved in this crisis - Austrian, Turkish, French, Italian, Russian, English - showcasing their naval and military presence. This print not only highlights the military aspect but also emphasizes Europe's political landscape during this era. Germany is mentioned as well since it played a crucial role within Northern Germany and its Germanic territories. The artist William Heysham Overend skillfully captures both the grandeur and tension present at that moment. The viewer can almost feel themselves transported to Canea's outskirts amidst these powerful forces vying for control over Crete. Overall, "The Eastern Crisis" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical document providing us with insights into one of Europe's most critical moments during late 19th-century geopolitics.
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