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Battering ram, siege engine, 1866 (coloured engraving)
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Battering ram, siege engine, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702572 Battering ram, siege engine, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coloured engraving by Heinrich Leutemann (1824-1905) - Bilder aus dem Altertume (Pictures from Antiquity) 1866); Stefano Bianchetti; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23014466
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
Antiquit And Xe9 Arma Armament Arme Armement Attrezzo Bataille Battaglia Bianchetti Campo Di Battaglia Champ De Bataille Dicianovesimo Secolo Fortification Histoire Incisione Medioevale Medioevo Mort Morte Moyen Age Ottocento Periodo Antico Reconstitution Replica Riproduzione Storia Storia Antica Strategia Bellica Strategie De Combat Strumento Tool War Strategy Gravure Medieval Period
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This coloured engraving by Heinrich Leutemann takes us back to the medieval period, showcasing a powerful and imposing battering ram. The intricate details of this siege engine transport us to a time when fortifications were essential for protection during times of war. The artist's skillful use of color brings life to this historical scene, allowing us to imagine the destructive power that such a tool possessed. With its massive wooden frame and metal-tipped ramming head, the battering ram was an indispensable weapon in breaching enemy defenses. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of the strategic importance of battlefields and how war strategies evolved over time. This image serves as a visual testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of our ancestors who utilized these formidable machines. Leutemann's work not only captures the essence of history but also highlights the significance of ancient weaponry in shaping our world today. It is through prints like these that we can appreciate both the artistry involved in their creation and gain insight into past civilizations' methods of warfare. Stefano Bianchetti has expertly preserved this piece from antiquity, allowing us to delve into its rich historical context. This engraving serves as a reminder that even amidst destruction and death on the battlefield, there exists an undeniable beauty within human innovation throughout different eras.
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