Fine Art Print : City square during retreat from Antwerp, Belgium, WW1
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City square during retreat from Antwerp, Belgium, WW1
Scene in the city square during the retreat from Antwerp, Belgium, during the First World War. Date: 1914
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Media ID 7218889
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Antwerp Belgian Cobble Stones Disruption Flanders Retreat War Time Ww 1
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the hauntingly beautiful scene of City Square during the retreat from Antwerp, Belgium, in 1914. This evocative image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the poignant moment as soldiers and civilians alike make their way through the square, the shadows of history stretching long on the cobblestones. Add this stunning print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, the tranquility of City Square in Antwerp, Belgium, is shattered by the chaos and disruption of the First World War. The year is 1914, and the German army is advancing on the city, forcing the Allied forces to retreat. The scene is one of frenetic activity, as people scramble to evacuate the area, loading possessions onto carts and cars. The cobblestone streets are filled with the clatter of hooves and the roar of engines, as horses and vehicles jostle for space. The grand buildings that line the square, once symbols of the city's prosperity and elegance, now stand as silent witnesses to the unfolding events. Their once ornate facades are now marred by the scars of war, with broken windows and damaged roofs. The peaceful water of the fountain in the center of the square is now a muddy pool, reflecting the turmoil and uncertainty of the times. The retreat from Antwerp was a pivotal moment in the early days of the First World War. The city, which had been considered impregnable, had fallen to the Germans in just a few days, marking a significant defeat for the Allied forces. The scene in City Square serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, as people were forced to abandon their homes and belongings in the face of the advancing enemy. The photograph captures a moment in time, frozen in history, that speaks to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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