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ANCIENT FIREFIGHTING. A fire syringe and buckets, from the 2nd and 3rd centuries
ANCIENT FIREFIGHTING.
A fire syringe and buckets, from the 2nd and 3rd centuries. Engraving, American, c1885
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 12345039
2nd Century 3rd Century Bucket Firefighting Syringe Tool
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Ancient Firefighting Fine Art Print from Granger, NYC. This captivating engraving, dating back to the 1880s, showcases the heroic efforts of ancient firefighters as they bravely combat flames using a fire syringe and buckets from the 2nd and 3rd centuries. Add a touch of history and timeless charm to your home or office with this exquisite piece from The Granger Collection, available now through Media Storehouse Art on Demand.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 47.9cm x 50.8cm (18.9" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "ANCIENT FIREFIGHTING" takes us back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries, offering a glimpse into the ingenious tools used by our ancestors to combat fires. The image showcases a fire syringe alongside buckets, both essential elements in ancient firefighting techniques. The fire syringe, an innovative device of its time, was employed as a tool for extinguishing flames. By rapidly compressing air within it and then forcefully expelling it through a small nozzle, this syringe created a powerful blast of air that could smother fires effectively. Its presence in this photograph is a testament to human ingenuity and resourcefulness even during ancient times. Accompanying the fire syringe are sturdy buckets that were indispensable in containing and transporting water to douse flames. These simple yet crucial vessels played an integral role in early firefighting efforts. The engraving itself dates back to around c1885 and originates from America's rich history. It captures the essence of late antiquity when communities relied on primitive but effective methods to battle infernos threatening their homes and livelihoods. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece from their collection with great attention to detail, allowing us to appreciate the resilience of our forefathers who confronted one of humanity's most formidable adversaries – fire itself.
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