Antique Framed Print : ROME: CIRCUS MAXIMUS. A chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Wood engraving, English, 1850
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ROME: CIRCUS MAXIMUS. A chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Wood engraving, English, 1850
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 7528320
Chariot Empire Obelisk Roman Roman Empire Track Chariot Race Circus Maximus
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.8cm (9.6" x 6.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving from 1850 depicts a thrilling chariot race in the iconic Circus Maximus of ancient Rome. The image showcases the grandeur and excitement that once filled this historic venue. The exterior of the Circus Maximus is beautifully portrayed, with its towering obelisk serving as a focal point against the backdrop of Roman architecture. The track itself stretches out before us, ready to witness an exhilarating competition between skilled charioteers. Intricately detailed horses pull these magnificent chariots, their muscles straining as they gallop at breakneck speeds around the circuit. Men clad in traditional Roman attire cheer on their favorite racers, adding to the electric atmosphere within the stadium. As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when empires were built and celebrated through such spectacles. The mighty Roman Empire comes alive through this engraving, reminding us of its power and influence during its heyday. This print by The Granger Collection captures not only a momentous event but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and architectural prowess. It allows us to appreciate both the physical beauty of ancient structures like Circus Maximus and the cultural significance they held for those who experienced them firsthand. Let this artwork transport you back in time and immerse yourself in one of Rome's most legendary traditions - a breathtaking chariot race at Circus Maximus.
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