Poster Print : CRIMEAN WAR: BALAKLAVA. Ruins of a Genoese castle overlooking an encampment
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CRIMEAN WAR: BALAKLAVA. Ruins of a Genoese castle overlooking an encampment
CRIMEAN WAR: BALAKLAVA.
Ruins of a Genoese castle overlooking an encampment and Balaklava harbor during the Crimean War. Photograph by Roger Fenton, 1855
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Media ID 13638674
1855 Camp Castle Crimea Crimean War Empire Encampment Fenton Genoese Harbor Pier Roger Ruin Russia Ship Tent Balaklava
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Crimean War: Balaklava poster print from Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection. This exquisite photograph by Roger Fenton, taken in 1855, portrays the ruins of a Genoese castle overlooking an encampment and Balaklava harbor during the Crimean War. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this evocative and historically significant image, now available as a stunning poster print from Media Storehouse. Add this masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 54.4cm x 42cm (21.4" x 16.5")
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.
CRIMEAN WAR - BALAKLAVA - A Glimpse into the Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the Crimean War in 1855, capturing a moment frozen in time. The image showcases the ruins of a majestic Genoese castle perched high above an encampment and Balaklava harbor. Through the lens of renowned photographer Roger Fenton, we are transported to this historic site with its rich tapestry of war-torn landscapes. The sepia-toned photograph reveals the remnants of a once-mighty empire, as nature slowly reclaims what was lost. The crumbling walls of the castle stand as silent witnesses to centuries gone by, while tents dotting the encampment below hint at life amidst conflict. Intriguingly, a ship can be seen anchored at the pier nearby, perhaps serving as a lifeline for supplies or reinforcements during this tumultuous period. This visual juxtaposition between destruction and resilience encapsulates both hope and despair that characterized those times. Granger Art on Demand has meticulously preserved this historical gem from their collection. It serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as an invaluable window into our shared human history. As we gaze upon this print today, it reminds us of how far we have come since those days marred by violence and strife. Let this photograph transport you back to mid-19th century Crimea – where echoes of battles fought still linger among these haunting ruins overlooking Balaklava harbor
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