Fine Art Print : Constantinople Fall - 1
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Constantinople Fall - 1
The Turks blockade the city. Date: 10 November 1452
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1452 Blockade Constantinople Turks
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and intrigue of Constantinople with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Constantinople Fall - 1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the historic siege of 10 November 1452. Witness the dramatic scene of the Turks blocking the city, poised to claim the legendary Byzantine capital. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print. A perfect addition to any space seeking a touch of history and culture.
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 32.9cm (21" x 13")
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
This evocative print depicts a pivotal moment in the fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Turks on 10 November 1452. The once-great city, a symbol of Byzantine power and culture, now stands besieged and vulnerable. The Ottoman army, led by Sultan Mehmed II, had been laying siege to the city for months, determined to claim it for their own. In this image, the Turkish forces are shown blocking the land and sea approaches to the city, effectively cutting off supplies and reinforcements for the beleaguered Byzantine defenders. The fall of Constantinople marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and the beginning of the Ottoman Empire. It was a turning point in world history, signaling the decline of the European Middle Ages and the rise of the Ottoman Empire as a major power in Europe and the Mediterranean. The event also had significant religious implications, as Constantinople was the seat of the Eastern Orthodox Church and the loss of the city to the Muslims was a major blow to the Christian world. The print captures the drama and tension of the moment, with smoke rising from the city and the Turkish forces poised to strike. The image serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Constantinople, and the profound impact of the events of 10 November 1452 on the course of history.
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