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Fine Art Print : Howitzer in action in the desert, WW1
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Howitzer in action in the desert, WW1
A 6 inch (30 cwt) Howitzer in action in the desert during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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Action Artillery Desert Firing Gunner Gunners Guns Heavy Howitzer Inch Pith Wheels War Time Weapons Ww 1
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw power and history of warfare with this stunning fine art print from Media Storehouse, featuring a 6 inch (30 cwt) Howitzer in action during the desolate landscapes of the First World War. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and available through Rights Managed licensing, transports you back in time to the gritty reality of the battlefield. Add this evocative print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
Amidst the arid expanse of the desert, the roar of a 6-inch (30 cwt) Howitzer echoes through the air, marking the beginning of another artillery barrage during the First World War. Dated between 1914 and 1918, this powerful weapon, with its distinctive gun carriage and large wheels, was a formidable asset to the Allied forces in the Middle East. The gunner, clad in a helmet, carefully adjusts the aim of the Howitzer, focusing intently on the target in the distance. The heavy artillery piece, capable of firing a 102.7 kg (226 lb) shell, was a critical component in the Great War's trench warfare and long-range engagements. The desert landscape, with its vast, undulating dunes and seemingly endless horizon, provides a stark contrast to the industrial might of the Howitzer. The pith helmets and determined expressions of the gunners serve as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of war time. The carriage, with its intricate details, reveals the engineering prowess of the era. The middle wheels, positioned to absorb the recoil, and the large, sturdy wheels at the back, designed to maneuver the heavy gun, are testament to the meticulous design and construction of the Howitzer. The image captures a moment of intense action, with the gunner's focused gaze and the billowing smoke from the previous shot, creating a sense of urgency and tension. The 1st World War, with its devastating impact on the world, was a time of great change and innovation, and the 6-inch Howitzer, with its unyielding power, was a symbol of the determination and resilience of those who fought in it.
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