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Capture of Nicaea 1097
The Crusaders take the city of Nicaea (now Iznik, Turkey)
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Capture Crusade Crusaders Crusades Iznik Nicaea 1097
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring the iconic "Capture of Nicaea 1097" by Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the pivotal moment in the Crusades as the brave knights take the city of Nicaea, now Iznik, Turkey. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Bring a piece of the past into your present and relive the rich history of this captivating image. Order your Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Capture of Nicaea 1097" today and make history your own!
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the momentous event of the capture of Nicaea, now Iznik, Turkey, by the Crusaders in 1097. The city, an important Byzantine stronghold, had fallen into the hands of the Seljuk Turks in 1081, and its recapture was a significant victory for the First Crusade. The Crusaders, led by Alexios I Komnenos, the Byzantine emperor, and Peter the Hermit, a French monk and leader of the People's Crusade, approached Nicaea in the summer of 1097. After a lengthy siege, the city's walls were breached, and the Crusaders stormed in, engaging in fierce hand-to-hand combat with the defending Seljuk forces. The scene depicted in this print shows the Crusaders triumphantly entering the city, with their banners held high and their weapons at the ready. The citizens of Nicaea, many of whom had been held captive by the Seljuk Turks, can be seen cheering and waving white flags from the city walls, welcoming their liberators. The victory at Nicaea marked a turning point in the Crusades, boosting morale and providing the Crusaders with a strategic base from which to launch further attacks against the Seljuk Empire. The capture of Nicaea is an important moment in the history of the Crusades and the Middle East, and this image provides a vivid and dramatic representation of the events that unfolded over 900 years ago. The city of Iznik, with its rich history and cultural significance, continues to be a popular tourist destination today, offering visitors a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Crusades.
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