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Viking Longship
A Viking Longship heading across the sea to plunder and conquer... Date: circa 12th century
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Media ID 23034870
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Tom Gillmor
12th Expansion Explored Explorers Figurehead Germanic Longboat Nordic Oars Prow Raid Raided Raiders Scandinavia Scandinavian Seafaring Settled Settlers Viking Vikings Traded
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Viking Longship Heading Across the North Sea: A Testament to Nordic Seafaring, Raids, and Expansion in the 12th Century This evocative image of a Viking longship, dating back to the 12th century, captures the essence of the Nordic seafaring people and their remarkable achievements in exploration, trade, and conquest. The longship, with its distinctive shape and imposing figurehead, cuts through the waves of the North Sea, carrying the intrepid Vikings on their journey to raid, trade, or settle new lands. The Viking Age, which spanned from the late 8th to the late 11th century, saw the North Germanic people expand their territories and influence beyond Scandinavia, reaching as far as the British Isles, France, and Russia. The longships, such as the one depicted in the photograph, were the key to their success. These sleek, seaworthy vessels allowed the Vikings to navigate the open sea, enabling them to explore new lands, establish trading networks, and launch devastating raids on unsuspecting settlements. The longship in the image features a prow adorned with a fearsome figurehead, likely representing a mythological creature or a powerful warrior. The oarsmen, dressed in furs and shields, are poised to row in unison, propelling the ship forward with remarkable speed and agility. The sails, when unfurled, would catch the wind, allowing the longship to cover vast distances across the sea. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Vikings ruled the North Sea and left an indelible mark on European history. Their legacy continues to inspire awe and fascination, reminding us of the human spirit's capacity for exploration, innovation, and conquest.
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