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Fine Art Print : Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916
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Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916
Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916. On the night of 2-3 September London was bombed. Illustration published c1920
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Media ID 14840855
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the dramatic scene of a Zeppelin airship caught in the glare of searchlights during a bombing raid over England in 1916. This historical illustration, published around 1920 from Heritage Images, offers a unique perspective into the past, transporting you to the heart of the action. Add this vintage print to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire curiosity about history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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Zeppelin airship caught in searchlights during a bombing raid over England, 1916. This print captures the haunting beauty of a starry night sky disrupted by the horrors of war. As darkness envelops the city below, beams of light pierce through the blackness, illuminating an enemy airship hovering above. In this striking image from 1916, we witness the aerial warfare that defined World War I. The Zeppelin airship, a symbol of German military might and technological advancement, becomes both predator and prey as it navigates through the night skies. Its colossal silhouette is starkly contrasted against the backdrop of twinkling stars. The searchlights act as guardians of London's safety, their powerful beams serving as beacons to track and expose these menacing intruders. The tension between light and darkness mirrors the struggle between nations at war. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how conflict transforms even peaceful nights into battlegrounds. It encapsulates both fear and resilience - fear for those on the ground who face destruction from above, but also resilience in our ability to adapt and defend ourselves against new forms of warfare. As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, let us reflect on the sacrifices made during this tumultuous period in history. May it inspire us to strive for peace amidst chaos and cherish our freedom.
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