Poster Print : Capture of Nicaea 1097
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Capture of Nicaea 1097
The Crusaders take the city of Nicaea (now Iznik, Turkey)
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Capture Crusade Crusaders Crusades Iznik Nicaea 1097
27x27 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Capture of Nicaea 1097" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This historic masterpiece, courtesy of Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to the Crusades era. Witness the triumphant moment as the Crusaders take the city of Nicaea, now Iznik, Turkey. Bring the rich history of the Crusades into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print. Ideal for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike, this poster adds character and depth to any space. Order yours today and relive the past in vibrant detail.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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 evocative image captures the momentous event of the capture of Nicaea, now Iznik, Turkey, by the Crusaders in 1097. The city, an important Byzantine stronghold, had fallen into the hands of the Seljuk Turks in 1081, and its recapture was a significant victory for the First Crusade. The Crusaders, led by Alexios I Komnenos, the Byzantine emperor, and Peter the Hermit, a French monk and leader of the People's Crusade, approached Nicaea in the summer of 1097. After a lengthy siege, the city's walls were breached, and the Crusaders stormed in, engaging in fierce hand-to-hand combat with the defending Seljuk forces. The scene depicted in this print shows the Crusaders triumphantly entering the city, with their banners held high and their weapons at the ready. The citizens of Nicaea, many of whom had been held captive by the Seljuk Turks, can be seen cheering and waving white flags from the city walls, welcoming their liberators. The victory at Nicaea marked a turning point in the Crusades, boosting morale and providing the Crusaders with a strategic base from which to launch further attacks against the Seljuk Empire. The capture of Nicaea is an important moment in the history of the Crusades and the Middle East, and this image provides a vivid and dramatic representation of the events that unfolded over 900 years ago. The city of Iznik, with its rich history and cultural significance, continues to be a popular tourist destination today, offering visitors a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Crusades.
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