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Canvas Print : Siege weapons, a battering ram and a crow
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Siege weapons, a battering ram and a crow
Two siege weapons in action -- a battering ram being attacked by a Crow (Corvus) equipped with pincers
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Media ID 4307211
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Action Attack Attacked Battering Corvus Crenellation Crow Fort Pincers Siege Weapon Weapons
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the breathtaking "Siege Weapons" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of medieval warfare. This captivating print showcases two formidable siege weapons in action: a battering ram and a cunning crow with pincers. The intricate details of the battering ram, as it smashes against the fortified walls, and the determined crow, ready to strike with its sharp pincers, are brought to life in stunning detail. This evocative image from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time, making it a perfect addition to any history or war-themed decor. Elevate your home or office with this impressive and authentic work of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
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.
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This striking image captures the intensity and complexity of medieval siege warfare as two formidable weapons clash against a castle wall. At the forefront is a battering ram, a powerful and iconic siege engine used to breach fortifications. The massive wooden beam, reinforced with iron bands, is being swung back and forth by a team of soldiers, preparing to smash through the defensive wall. But the defenders are not idle. Perched atop the wall, a cunning adversary waits in ambush. It is a crow, or Corvus, a bird of prey that has been modified into a deadly weapon of war. Equipped with sharp pincers, this bird of prey is ready to strike. As the battering ram slams into the wall, the crow swoops down, snapping the pincers shut to catch and immobilize the ram's head or the attacking soldiers. This ingenious use of animals in warfare was not uncommon during medieval times. Crows, along with other birds of prey, were trained and outfitted with various weapons to surprise and disrupt enemy attacks. The crenellated tower in the background adds to the historical context, further emphasizing the rich tapestry of military strategy and innovation during this period. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when warfare was as much about cunning and resourcefulness as it was about brute force. The clash between the battering ram and the crow is a testament to the ingenuity and adaptability of medieval warriors, who employed every tool, weapon, and creature at their disposal to outwit and outlast their enemies.
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