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Experiments with Gales Protected Gunpowder in a Martello Tower, near Hastings (engraving)
1099260 Experiments with Gales Protected Gunpowder in a Martello Tower, near Hastings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Experiments with Gales Protected Gunpowder in a Martello Tower, near Hastings. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 June 1866.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22625932
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Coastal Defences East Sussex Experiments Fortifications Fortified Hastings Martello Tower Rampart
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
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20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This engraving takes us back to the 19th century, showcasing a momentous event in history. The image depicts "Experiments with Gales Protected Gunpowder in a Martello Tower, near Hastings" an illustration originally published in The Illustrated London News on June 30,1866. The scene unfolds within the sturdy walls of a Martello Tower, located near the coastal town of Hastings in East Sussex. This fortified structure stands tall against the backdrop of the vast sea and rugged shoreline. It serves as a testament to Britain's commitment to safeguarding its coastlines through innovative defense systems. Intriguingly, this print captures experiments conducted with Gales Protected Gunpowder within the tower's confines. These trials were undoubtedly significant for maritime warfare during that era. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we can almost feel the anticipation and excitement surrounding these groundbreaking tests. The artist skillfully portrays every intricate detail of this fortress-like tower: its ramparts standing strong against potential threats from land or sea. This image not only showcases architectural brilliance but also highlights Britain's determination to protect its shores from any hostile forces. Preserved within private collections today, this engraving by English School offers us a glimpse into an important chapter of coastal defense history. It reminds us of our ancestors' ingenuity and their relentless pursuit of security along treacherous coastlines – an enduring legacy that continues to shape our understanding of fortifications and maritime strategies even today.
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