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Gneisenau, German battleship
Gneisenau, German Scharnhorst-class battleship. Date: 1936
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Media ID 14171028
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Battleship Cruiser Enemy Gneisenau Scharnhorst 1936
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the stunning addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: a captivating image of the German battleship Gneisenau, taken in 1936. This exquisite print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Scharnhorst-class battleship in all its glory. With its powerful presence and intricate details, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, maritime art collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and engineering marvel of the past. Bring a piece of naval history into your home or office with this beautifully crafted, rights-managed fine art print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34cm (21" x 13.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 striking photograph captures the German battleship Gneisenau as it sails the open seas during the 1930s. Part of the Scharnhorst-class, the Gneisenau was commissioned into the German Navy in 1936, and was one of the most advanced battleships of its time. With a displacement of over 28,000 tons and armed with a main battery of nine 28 cm (11 in) guns, the Gneisenau was a formidable force to be reckoned with. The image shows the battleship under clear blue skies, with the sun casting long shadows over the water. The waves crash against the sides of the ship, creating a sense of motion and power. The Gneisenau's guns are trained on the horizon, suggesting that the ship is on the lookout for potential threats. The 1930s were a time of significant military buildup and tension in Europe, and the German Navy was no exception. The construction of battleships like the Gneisenau and its sister ship, the Scharnhorst, were seen as a way to assert Germany's naval power and challenge the dominance of the British Royal Navy. Despite the ominous implications of the image, it is important to remember that this photograph is a snapshot in time, a moment in history that has now passed. The Gneisenau and the Scharnhorst would go on to serve in World War II, but this photograph captures them in a moment of peace and power, sailing the seas as symbols of German military might.
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