Framed Print : Constantinople Retaken
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Constantinople Retaken
The Crusaders re-take the city of Constantinople
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Media ID 622107
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1204 Constantinople Crusade Crusaders Crusades
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Constantinople Retaken" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historical masterpiece depicts the pivotal moment when the Crusaders triumphantly reclaimed Constantinople from the Ottoman Turks in 1260. Rich in detail and steeped in history, this evocative image transports you back to a time of courage, determination, and the shifting tides of power. Add this stunning piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire a deeper appreciation for the past. Order your Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Constantinople Retaken" today and bring a piece of history into your world.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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
Constantinople Retaken: A Momentous Moment in Medieval History This evocative image captures the triumphant entry of the Crusaders into Constantinople on the 13th of April, 1204. The city, also known as Byzantium, had been under siege for weeks as the Crusaders, led by the Latin Emperor Baldwin of Flanders, sought to reclaim it from the Seljuk Turks. The fall of Constantinople, the historic and cultural heart of the Eastern Roman Empire, was a pivotal moment in medieval history. The print, from Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts the Crusaders' victorious procession through the city's famed Golden Gate. The scene is filled with a cacophony of emotions: jubilation, relief, and awe. The Crusaders, clad in armor and bearing banners, ride horses and march through the gate, surrounded by the cheers of their fellow soldiers and the awestruck gazes of the city's inhabitants. The sack of Constantinople that followed the Crusaders' entry was a turning point in the Crusades, marking the beginning of the Latin Empire of Constantinople. The city would remain under Latin rule for over 50 years, until it was recaptured by the Byzantines in 1261. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of the medieval world. The Crusades, a series of military campaigns sanctioned by the Catholic Church, were marked by both religious zeal and political ambition. The fall of Constantinople, and the subsequent establishment of the Latin Empire, illustrate the far-reaching consequences of these campaigns. The print, with its intricate details and rich colors, transports us back to a time of chivalry, war, and history. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of the medieval world and the enduring impact of its events on the course of history.
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