Poster Print > Historic > Ancient civilizations > Ancient Greece > Greek history
Poster Print : Xerxes bridge of boats across the Hellespont, 480 BC
Poster Prints from North Wind
Xerxes bridge of boats across the Hellespont, 480 BC
Bridge of boats built by Xerxes Persian army across the Hellespont to invade Greek territory, 480 BC.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5877762
© North Wind Picture Archives
400s Bc Ancient Ancient Civilization Ancient Greece Ancient Greek Ancient History Ancient Persia Antiquity Army Asia Minor Boat Bridge Civilization Classical Classical Civilization Europe Greece Greek Iran Mid East Middle East Military Persia Persian Ship Warfare 480 Bc Bridge Of Boats Dardanelles Hellespont Persian Wars Xerxes
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the iconic image of Xerxes Bridge of Boats across the Hellespont. This historical masterpiece, taken from North Wind Picture Archives, showcases a hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration. Transport yourself to ancient Greece and witness the engineering marvel built by the Persian army in 480 BC to invade Greek territory. Add this stunning piece of art to your home or office to inspire and educate, and let the rich history come alive."
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 35.2cm (23.4" x 13.9")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> North Wind Picture Archives
> Ancient history
> North Wind Picture Archives
> Military history
> Asia
> Iran
> Related Images
> Asia
> Related Images
> Europe
> Greece
> Related Images
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Ancient Greece
> Greek history
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Ancient Greece
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Persia (Ancient Iran)
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Transportation
> Ships and Boats
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-colored woodcut print takes us back to the ancient world, specifically to the year 480 BC. The image depicts a monumental feat of engineering and military strategy - Xerxes' bridge of boats across the Hellespont. This ambitious construction was built by the Persian army under King Xerxes' command as part of their invasion into Greek territory. The scene is filled with historical significance, showcasing the clash between two great civilizations: Greece and Persia. The bridge stretches across the vast expanse of water, connecting Asia Minor (present-day Turkey) to Europe through the Dardanelles strait. It serves as a symbol of power and ambition, highlighting Xerxes' determination to conquer new lands. The illustration captures not only the grandeur but also the intricacy involved in constructing such a massive structure using boats. Each vessel is meticulously placed side by side, forming an impressive pathway for troops and supplies to cross over. As we admire this vintage artwork, it reminds us of how history has shaped our present world. It transports us back in time, allowing us to witness ancient warfare tactics firsthand while appreciating classical civilization's architectural marvels. This piece serves as a visual gateway into understanding one chapter from ancient history - Xerxes' campaign against Greece during the Persian Wars. It offers valuable insights into both Persian and Greek cultures while reminding us that even centuries later, these stories continue to captivate our imagination.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
