Fine Art Print : Sluices of Nieuport (Nieuwpoort), Belgium, WW1
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Sluices of Nieuport (Nieuwpoort), Belgium, WW1
Sluices of Nieuport (Nieuwpoort), Belgium, First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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Media ID 14154389
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Belgian Flood Flooding Floods Nieuport Sluice Nieuwpoort Sluices
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historical charm of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Sluices of Nieuport, Belgium, during the First World War. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the battlefields of 1914-1918. The meticulously preserved details of the sluices in Nieuwpoort showcase the rich history and resilience of this Belgian town. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed fine art print. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
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.
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 47cm x 40.6cm (18.5" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Sluices of Nieuport, a historic water defense system located in the Belgian town of Nieuwpoort, during the tumultuous period of the First World War. Dating back to the 15th century, the sluices were essential in protecting the town from the encroaching North Sea. However, during the war, they became a strategic target for both the German and Allied forces. In this image, a group of soldiers, likely Belgian or Allied troops, stand atop the sluices, gazing out at the vast expanse of water before them. The sluices themselves are partially open, allowing the water to flow through and potentially flood the surrounding area as a defensive measure. The men appear focused and determined, their expressions etched with the weariness and tension of wartime. The landscape around them is a stark contrast of tranquility and chaos. The calm waters of the North Sea stretch out to the horizon, dotted with small boats and the occasional ship in the distance. Yet, the serene scene is disrupted by the churning, muddy waters of the flooded land, which surrounds the sluices. The sky above is overcast, reflecting the ominous mood of the time. This photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of the First World War, highlighting the bravery and resilience of the soldiers who defended the town and the importance of the natural defenses that protected it. The Sluices of Nieuport remain a powerful reminder of the town's rich history and its role in the larger narrative of the First World War.
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