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Poster Print : Dover Castle J970025
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Dover Castle J970025
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Aerial view reconstruction drawing of the castle c1300 by Terry Ball (English Heritage Graphics Team)
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 485099
© Historic England
Coast Defence Fortification Graphic Medieval
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning Poster Prints, featuring the iconic image of Dover Castle, Kent. This captivating print is brought to you by the Historic England Photo Library, and is a meticulously crafted aerial view reconstruction drawing of the castle, created by Terry Ball of the English Heritage Graphics Team around the year 1300. Transport yourself back in time as you admire the grandeur of this historic fortress, a true testament to England's rich heritage. Bring the beauty of Dover Castle into your home or office with this high-quality, vibrant and detailed poster print. Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of our historic landmarks.
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 38.9cm (23.4" x 15.3")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial view reconstruction drawing of Dover Castle takes us back to the medieval era, offering a glimpse into the grandeur and strategic significance of this formidable fortress. Crafted by Terry Ball from the English Heritage Graphics Team, this print showcases their remarkable talent in bringing history to life.
Perched majestically atop the iconic white cliffs of Kent, Dover Castle stands as a testament to centuries of defense and protection. Its imposing presence dominates the landscape, overlooking both land and sea with an unwavering vigilance. This graphic representation skillfully captures its architectural intricacies, allowing us to appreciate its sheer magnitude.
The castle's crenelated walls rise proudly against a backdrop of rolling hills and crashing waves—a visual reminder of its crucial role in safeguarding England's southern coast. As we delve into this image, we are transported back in time when knights clad in armor patrolled these very ramparts.
Every detail has been meticulously recreated: arrow slits for archers defending against invaders; sturdy towers that housed soldiers ready for battle; and a central keep serving as both residence for nobles and last line of defense during sieges. The artist's attention to historical accuracy is evident throughout this stunning piece.
Dover Castle holds within its ancient stones countless stories—tales of conquests repelled, monarchs sheltered, and secrets whispered behind closed doors. It remains an enduring symbol not only of military might but also cultural heritage.
As we gaze upon this evocative print from Historic England Photo Library, our imagination soars alongside those birds captured mid-flight above it all. We are reminded that history lives on through such masterful depictions—an invitation to explore our past while appreciating the artistry that brings it vividly into our present day.
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