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Helepolis siege tower, 305 BC C016 / 8944
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Helepolis siege tower, 305 BC C016 / 8944
Helepolis siege tower. 18th-century artwork of the Helepolis siege tower used in the Siege of Rhodes (305 BC) during the wars between the successors of Alexander the Great. Protected by iron plates, it weighed around 160 tons and was some 40 metres high. It included armament such as catapults and battering rams. The multiple levels were designed to allow soldiers to reach the battlements of a fortress. Abandoned when the siege failed, it is thought to have been the largest siege tower ever built. Artwork from a 1785 volume of Costume des anciens peuples, a l usage des artistes (1784-86), a six-volume work by Michel Francois Dandre-Bardon (1700-1783)
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring Helepolis siege tower, an engineering marvel from 305 BC. The artwork, created in the 18th century by Michel Francois Dandre-Bardon, depicts this colossal structure used during the Siege of Rhodes. Standing at a towering height of approximately 40 meters and weighing a staggering 160 tons, it was protected by formidable iron plates. The Helepolis was equipped with various armaments such as catapults and battering rams, making it a fearsome weapon of war. Its multiple levels were ingeniously designed to enable soldiers to reach the battlements of fortified structures. Regrettably abandoned when the siege failed, it is believed to be the largest siege tower ever constructed. This monochrome illustration offers us a glimpse into ancient warfare tactics and technological advancements that prevailed during this period in history. It portrays a scene filled with intensity and determination as soldiers engage in battle within its protective walls. With its historical significance and architectural grandeur, this artwork serves as a testament to human ingenuity throughout time. It transports us back to an era where conflicts were fought on both land and sea for dominance over territories. Displayed here is just one example of the vast collection housed within MID-MANHATTAN LIBRARY/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY—an invaluable resource for those seeking knowledge about our rich past.
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