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1509 Istanbul earthquake, artwork
1509 Istanbul earthquake. Artwork of the destruction after the earthquake of 10th September 1509 in Istanbul, Turkey. The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.2 and was followed by 45 days of aftershocks. Woodcutting from " Cosmographia Universalis", Sebastian Munster (Basel, 1550)
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16th Century Building City Destroyed Destruction Devastated Devastation Earthquake Geological Seismology Turkey Turkish Cosmographia Universalis Mono Chrome Sea Of Marmara Sebastian Munster
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 23.6cm (15.6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 showcases the aftermath of the devastating 1509 Istanbul earthquake, a historical event that left an indelible mark on the city. The artwork, captured in monochrome by Sebastian Munster for his renowned "Cosmographia Universalis" publication in Basel, 1550, depicts the sheer destruction and chaos that ensued after this catastrophic seismic event. With a magnitude of 7.2, this earthquake unleashed its fury upon Istanbul on September 10th, unleashing widespread devastation throughout the city. The woodcutting beautifully illustrates crumbling buildings and structures as they succumb to nature's wrath. This haunting image serves as a poignant reminder of both the power of geological forces and humanity's vulnerability in their wake. Following this cataclysmic event, Istanbul experienced an astonishing 45 days of aftershocks that further exacerbated the already dire situation. The once-thriving European city was reduced to ruins, leaving behind a landscape scarred by tragedy. As we gaze upon this artwork today, it offers us a glimpse into history—a testament to resilience and reconstruction efforts undertaken over centuries since then. It also highlights our ongoing fascination with seismology and geology as we strive to understand these natural phenomena better. This print from Science Photo Library is not only visually striking but also serves as a powerful reminder of our shared human experience—of how cities rise from ashes and rebuild themselves even after facing unimaginable devastation.
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