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Iron Age Silchester N080916
Technical Details
Filename: N080916.jpg
Size: 3873 x 2712 (7.0MB)
Date: 11th September 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Artist
© Historic England
Iron Age Silchester N080916
SILCHESTER ROMAN CITY WALLS, Hampshire. The Iron Age town at Silchester, seen from the north looking towards the southern entrance. Reconstruction drawing by Peter Urmston
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Media ID 1742699
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the remarkable Iron Age town of Silchester, located in Hampshire. The image captures a stunning reconstruction drawing by Peter Urmston, depicting the impressive Roman city walls that once surrounded this ancient settlement. From a northern perspective, we are granted a glimpse into the heart of Silchester as our gaze is drawn towards its southern entrance. The intricate details within this graphic illustration transport us back in time to an era when these walls stood tall and proud, protecting the bustling community within. The artist's skillful rendering allows us to envision how life might have thrived within these fortified boundaries during the Iron Age. Silchester was renowned for its well-preserved huts and structures from this period, which were discovered through archaeological excavations. Although not explicitly depicted in this particular artwork, one can imagine clusters of dwellings nestled amidst lush greenery just beyond these formidable walls. Peter Urmston's talent shines through his ability to breathe life into history with his brushstrokes. This print serves as both an educational tool and a piece of art that transports viewers on a visual journey through time. It invites contemplation about our ancestors' lives and their resilience in building such magnificent fortifications during the Iron Age at Silchester - an enduring testament to human ingenuity and perseverance.
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