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The Torri degli Ardinghelli, San Gimignano, Italy, 1944
Photograph showing the Torri degli Ardinghelli, or Towers of the Guelphs, at the eleventh-century hill-top town of San Gimignano, near Siena, Italy, prior to July 1944. This picture shows the towers, as viewed from the Palazzo del Podesta. Later that month the Illustrated London News reported that a German artillery bombardment, starting on the 13th July and lasting 30 hours, had reduced the town to ruins
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Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing our exquisite collection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic photograph "The Torri degli Ardinghelli, San Gimignano, Italy, 1944." This breathtaking image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the eleventh-century hill-top town of San Gimignano, nestled near Siena, Italy. Witness the timeless beauty of the Torri degli Ardinghelli, or Towers of the Guelphs, as they stood proudly before July 1944. These evocative greeting cards are the perfect way to express your thoughts and feelings in a truly unique and memorable way. Whether for a special occasion or just to brighten someone's day, our "Torri degli Ardinghelli" greeting cards are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the breathtaking view of the Torri degli Ardinghelli, or Towers of the Guelphs, in the hill-top town of San Gimignano, Italy, prior to July 1944. Located near Siena, this medieval town is renowned for its unique skyline of towers, which date back to the eleventh century. In this image, the towers are seen standing proudly against the backdrop of the Tuscan countryside, as viewed from the Palazzo del Podesta. However, this tranquil scene was soon to be shattered. In July 1944, the town of San Gimignano became the target of a relentless German artillery bombardment. The attack, which began on the 13th of July and lasted for an unyielding 30 hours, reduced the once-historic town to ruins. The Illustrated London News reported on the devastation, describing the scene as a "pile of rubble where once stood the beautiful and famous town of San Gimignano." The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the town's rich history and the destruction it endured during the Second World War. The Torri degli Ardinghelli, which were once symbols of the town's power and prosperity, now stand as silent witnesses to the past. This image, taken prior to the bombardment, offers a glimpse into a time when the towers still stood tall and proud, a testament to the enduring beauty and resilience of this remarkable Italian town.
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