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Troop Ship
French soldiers and livestock on board the troop ship Carmel, during the Crimean War, June 1855. Original publication: Illustrated Times, pub. 16th June1855. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11804072
© 2008 Getty Images
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Troop Ship poster print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This vintage image, sourced from the Hulton Archive, depicts a Troop Ship during the Crimean War, carrying French soldiers and livestock aboard the Carmel. The illustration, originally published in the Illustrated Times in 1855, is a unique piece of historical art that adds character and charm to any space. Bring the stories of the past to life with this intriguing and evocative poster print.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" 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 59.4cm x 41cm (23.4" x 16.1")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 to the tumultuous era of the Crimean War in June 1855. On board the troop ship Carmel, French soldiers and their precious cargo of livestock are captured in this historic moment. The image, originally published in the Illustrated Times on 16th June 1855, showcases a scene that epitomizes both the hardships and resourcefulness of war. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see brave French soldiers standing tall amidst a sea of animals. Horses and sheep huddle together as they embark on a journey filled with uncertainty. The expressions on the faces of these men tell tales of courage mixed with weariness, highlighting their dedication to duty even under challenging circumstances. The composition's monochromatic palette adds an air of nostalgia, emphasizing the historical significance embedded within each detail. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of not only the human cost but also the logistical challenges faced during wartime. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Hulton Archive/Getty Images, we are transported back to an era where conflict was rife and military operations were carried out against formidable odds. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our shared history while honoring those who have sacrificed so much for their countries' causes.
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