Fine Art Print : North Sea Air Fight 1940
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North Sea Air Fight 1940
Aerial battle over the North Sea : highly imaginative Italian depiction showing a massive confrontation over Heligoland
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Media ID 573693
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10008826
Bombing Burning Confrontation Depiction Fight Heligoland Highly Imaginative Massive Parachutes December
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of history with our Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece, "North Sea Air Fight 1940" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey back in time to the heart of an aerial battle over the North Sea. Witness the dramatic confrontation between opposing forces as they engage in an intense dogfight above the Heligoland Bight. This highly imaginative Italian depiction brings the past to life with its intricate details and vibrant colors. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and let the story unfold before your eyes.
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.
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 40.6cm x 46.2cm (16" x 18.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image transports us back in time to the tumultuous skies above the North Sea during the winter of 1940, as the world bore witness to one of the most intense and pivotal aerial battles of World War II. The highly imaginative Italian depiction showcases a massive confrontation over Heligoland Bight, where British and German forces clashed in a fierce air battle that lasted for several hours. The scene is filled with a cacophony of roaring engines, shattering glass, and the deafening sound of metal on metal. Planes from both sides engage in a deadly dance, weaving through the clouds and firing their weapons with unrelenting determination. In the distance, ships are seen attempting to navigate the treacherous waters, their sails billowing in the wind as they dodge the falling bombs and debris from the dogfight above. Parachutes dot the sky as brave pilots bail out of their damaged aircraft, their fates uncertain as they plummet towards the cold North Sea below. The smoke and flames from the burning planes fill the air, creating a haunting tableau that underscores the brutal reality of war. Despite the Italian origin of this depiction, it remains a powerful and evocative reminder of the events that unfolded on that fateful December day in 1940. The Western Allies ultimately emerged victorious from the Battle of Heligoland Bight, but the cost was high, with both sides suffering significant losses. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women who fought in the skies above the North Sea during the darkest days of the war.
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