Framed Print : C16 German Cannon
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C16 German Cannon
GERMAN CANNON - lighting and loading Date: 1550
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1550 Artillery Cannon Lighting Loading Weapons
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring history into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases a C16 German Cannon from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dating back to 1550, this rights managed print provides a unique glimpse into the past. The intricate details of the cannon's design and the intense focus of the crew as they prepare to load and fire are brought to life in this high-quality print. Add this impressive piece to your decor and transport yourself back in time. Order your Framed Print today and enjoy the rich history it brings to your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts a German cannon from the 16th century, a time when advanced artillery became a pivotal factor in the outcome of battles. The intricate details of the cannon's design are on full display, with its ornate decorations and complex mechanical components. The cannon is in the process of being lit and loaded, showcasing the labor-intensive process that was required to bring this formidable weapon to bear on the battlefield. The year is 1550, and the German states were in the midst of the Schmalkaldic War, a conflict between the Protestant and Catholic forces in the Holy Roman Empire. The use of large caliber cannon like this one was crucial in determining the outcome of sieges and open battles. The cannon's large bore and heavy shot could breach fortifications and shatter ranks of enemy infantry. The men in the print are seen carefully preparing the cannon for firing. They are loading a large iron ball, likely weighing several hundred pounds, into the barrel. A slow match, a long fuse coated in sulfur, is being lit at the other end of the barrel. The men are dressed in the typical attire of the era, with leather aprons and helmets to protect against the sparks and heat of the firing process. The scene is lit by the flickering light of torches and lanterns, casting deep shadows and adding a sense of drama to the moment. The smoke from previous firings hangs heavy in the air, a reminder of the destructive power of the weapon. The print captures a moment in history when the balance of power on the battlefield was shifting, and the importance of artillery was becoming increasingly apparent.
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