Antique Framed Print : Austrian device for rolling rocks

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Austrian device for rolling rocks

Austrian troops shown loading rocks onto wooden levers with the intention of rolling them down the mountain-side towards advancing Italians during World War I

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Media ID 4384967

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11th Advancing Austrian Device Intention Italians Levers Loading Rocks Rolling Shown

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 19.5cm x 24.4cm (7.7" x 9.6")

Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This fascinating historical print captures a unique Austrian device used during World War I to combat advancing Italian troops. In the image, Austrian soldiers can be seen loading rocks onto wooden levers with the intention of rolling them down the mountain-side towards their enemies. This innovative method of defense showcases the resourcefulness and determination of the Austrian troops in the face of war. The scene is set against a backdrop of rugged mountains, adding to the intensity and drama of the situation. The date stamp on the photo reads September 21, 1915, placing us right in the midst of one of history's most tumultuous periods. As we study this image, we are reminded of the ingenuity that often arises during times of conflict. The makeshift nature of this device speaks to both the challenges faced by soldiers on all sides and their ability to adapt and overcome obstacles. Overall, this print serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost and innovation that characterize wartime history. It offers us a glimpse into a specific moment in time when wooden levers and rolling rocks became tools for survival and defense on a remote mountainside in Austria.

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