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Poster Print : Gun Deck, Pendennis Castle N900017
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Gun Deck, Pendennis Castle N900017
PENDENNIS CASTLE, Falmouth, Cornwall. The upper gun deck in action in the late 1540s. England was at war with France from 1542-6 and again in 1549. Pendennis and its sister fortress at St Mawes guarded the approaches to Falmouth Harbour. Reconstruction drawing by Ivan LAPPER
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Media ID 5069707
© Historic England
Artillery Cannon Defence Graphic Illustration Military Tudor
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic poster prints, featuring the captivating work of Ivan Lapper titled "Gun Deck, Pendennis Castle N900017". This evocative image transports us back to the turbulent 16th century, as Pendennis Castle in Falmouth, Cornwall comes to life on the upper gun deck. England, then at war with France from 1542-1546 and again in 1549, stands boldly in this vivid representation. Add an air of history and intrigue to your space with this stunning and authentic print from Historic England.
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 53.1cm x 42cm (20.9" 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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Gun Deck of Pendennis Castle, located in Falmouth, Cornwall. Dating back to the late 1540s, this historical site played a crucial role during England's conflicts with France. As depicted in Ivan Lapper's meticulous reconstruction drawing, the upper gun deck is shown bustling with action and vitality. During the years 1542-6 and again in 1549, when tensions between England and France were high, Pendennis Castle stood as an unwavering sentinel guarding the approaches to Falmouth Harbour alongside its sister fortress at St Mawes. The strategic positioning of these fortifications ensured that any potential threats would be met head-on. Lapper's graphic illustration skillfully captures the essence of Tudor military defense. The cannon-lined deck exudes power and readiness for battle. Each artillery piece stands as a testament to both technological advancements and human ingenuity during this era. As we gaze upon this remarkable image print from Historic England, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment in history where nations clashed on land and sea. It serves as a reminder of our collective past and honors those who dedicated their lives to protect their homeland.
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