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Poster Print : Siege of Damietta, Egypt, 13th century (18th century)

Siege of Damietta, Egypt, 13th century (18th century)



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Siege of Damietta, Egypt, 13th century (18th century)

Siege of Damietta, Egypt, 13th century (18th century). Strategically situated on the Nile Delta, Damietta was an important commercial centre for the Arab textile trade. Its capture was a military objective of the crusaders on several occasions, and was briefly in their hands in 1219-1221 and 1249-1250 (6th and 7th crusades). A chain is stretched across the harbour entrance to prevent invading vessels passing (centre left), while defenders fight off troops attacking a tower using scaling ladders mounted on ships (centre)

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Media ID 14845788

© Ann Ronan Picture Library / Heritage-Images

Attack Attacking Besieged Chain Crusader Crusades Damietta Defender Defending Ladder Moslem Muslim Siege Ann Ronan Pictures Thirteenth Century


A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print

Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print of the Siege of Damietta, Egypt, 13th century (18th century). This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts a pivotal moment in history as the city of Damietta, strategically located on the Nile Delta and a significant center for Arab textile trade, comes under siege. Add this historic print to your home or office to bring a touch of the past into your space and ignite intriguing conversations. The rich details and vivid colors of this unknown artist's masterpiece are sure to leave a lasting impression.

A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 79cm x 59.4cm (31.1" x 23.4")

Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")

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 print takes us back in time to the Siege of Damietta, Egypt, during the 13th century. The image showcases the strategic importance of Damietta as a commercial center for Arab textile trade. Throughout history, this city became a military objective for crusaders seeking control over its valuable resources. Intriguingly, we witness a chain stretched across the harbor entrance, symbolizing the defenders' determination to prevent invading vessels from passing through. Meanwhile, brave soldiers fight off attackers using scaling ladders mounted on ships near a towering structure at the center of the scene. The print encapsulates both sides of this intense battle: Christian crusaders attempting to conquer Damietta and Muslim defenders fiercely protecting their land and faith. It serves as a reminder of how religion often played a significant role in medieval conflicts. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of authenticity and timelessness to this historical moment frozen in ink. As we observe each intricate detail within this engraving, it transports us back centuries ago when wars were fought with different weapons but fueled by similar passions. This remarkable artwork is not only visually striking but also provides insight into an important chapter in Egyptian history. It stands as a testament to human resilience and reminds us that even amidst chaos and conflict, there is beauty in capturing these moments for future generations to reflect upon.

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