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Old Oswestry Hill Fort N080553
OLD OSWESTRY HILL FORT, Shropshire. Aerial view reconstruction drawing by Ivan Lapper of the fort in the Iron Age at the height of its occupation
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Media ID 4576915
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Defence Fortification Graphic Iron Age
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of Old Oswestry Hill Fort with our stunning Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite print, featuring an aerial view reconstruction drawing by Ivan Lapper from the Historic England Photo Library, offers a unique perspective of this Iron Age fort as it once stood at its height of occupation in Shropshire, England. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this beautiful and intricately detailed work of art, perfect for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.5cm (21" x 13.2")
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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1. Old Oswestry Hill Fort: A Testament to Iron Age Defence and Fortification Old Oswestry Hill Fort, located in the beautiful county of Shropshire, England, is an awe-inspiring reminder of the Iron Age past. This impressive fortification, captured in the meticulous aerial view reconstruction drawing by Ivan Lapper, showcases the intricate layout and defensive features that once protected its inhabitants. Dating back to the late Iron Age, around 200 BC, Old Oswestry Hill Fort was a formidable stronghold, strategically situated on a natural plateau overlooking the surrounding landscape. The fort's defensive walls, depicted in this graphic, encircle a vast area of approximately 15 hectares, making it one of the largest hill forts in England. The fort's design is characterized by its double ramparts, which consist of an outer and inner bank, surrounded by a deep ditch. The entrance, located on the southern side, is guarded by a narrow gap in the defences, which would have made it easier to control access to the fort. The Iron Age people who inhabited Old Oswestry Hill Fort were skilled farmers, metalworkers, and craftsmen. They built their homes within the fort, which provided them with protection against invaders. The fort's location also offered them access to valuable natural resources, such as water and fertile land. The reconstruction drawing by Ivan Lapper provides a unique insight into the layout and design of Old Oswestry Hill Fort at the height of its occupation. It is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Iron Age people, who built such impressive fortifications to protect their communities. Today, Old Oswestry Hill Fort stands as an important archaeological site, attracting visitors from around the world who are fascinated by the rich history of the Iron Age in England.
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