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Poster Print : The Lighthouse of Alexandria. Le Theatre du Monde. 17th cent
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The Lighthouse of Alexandria. Le Theatre du Monde. 17th cent
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The Lighthouse of Alexandria. 3rd century BC. Le Theatre du Monde, by Guillaume et Joan Blaeu. Amsterdam, 1645
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1645 Alexandria Amsterdam Atlas Blaeu Guillaume Janszoon Joan Johannes Lighthouse Monde Pharos Seven Willem Wonders Nouvel
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring the ancient wonders into your modern world with Media Storehouse's exquisite poster prints. This particular piece showcases "The Lighthouse of Alexandria" as depicted in Le Theatre du Monde by Guillaume et Joan Blaeu in the 17th century. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a stunning representation of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Lighthouse of Alexandria, which dates back to the 3rd century BC. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office décor and transport yourself back in time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite engraving, titled "Le Theatre du Monde" and created by Guillaume and Joan Blaeu in Amsterdam in 1645, offers a captivating glimpse into the ancient world and its wonders. At the heart of this intricately detailed image lies the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Dating back to the 3rd century BC, this architectural marvel stood tall on the Egyptian coast, serving as a beacon for seafarers navigating the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The Lighthouse, also known as the Pharos of Alexandria, is depicted here as a towering structure with three distinct sections. The lowest part is a square base, the middle section is an octagonal drum, and the uppermost part is a spherical shape, believed to have been covered in reflective bronze or silver to magnify the light. The vessel in the foreground, possibly a representation of a Dutch ship or a generic depiction of a vessel from the era, offers a sense of scale and highlights the immense size of the Lighthouse. This engraving, part of the Blaeu family's atlas "Atlas Novus," showcases the intricate craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail that characterized Dutch cartography during this period. The intricate depiction of the Lighthouse, with its various sections and architectural details, underscores the fascination Europeans had with the ancient world and their desire to preserve its history and wonders for future generations.
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