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Austrian Monitor Gunboat
An Austrian Monitor Gunboat patrolling the Danube, on its way to the Serbian frontier, shortly before the outbreak of World War One Date: 1914
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Media ID 14124318
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Austria Austrian Danube Frontier Gunboat Monitor Patrol Patrolling Serbia Serbian
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Austrian Monitor Gunboat fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the essence of a bygone era, as an Austrian Monitor Gunboat patrols the Danube River, on its way to the Serbian frontier, just before the outbreak of World War One in 1914. With its intricate details and rich, authentic colors, this fine art print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and history of naval warfare. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.
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.
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 53.3cm x 30.9cm (21" x 12.2")
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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This evocative image captures the Austrian Monitor Gunboat, the SMS Szent István, as it sails along the Danube River towards the Serbian frontier in the summer of 1914. The imposing warship, a symbol of Austro-Hungarian military might, was one of several Austrian vessels patrolling the river in the months leading up to the outbreak of World War One. The Danube, a major European waterway, had long been a strategic border between the Austro-Hungarian and Serbian territories. Tensions between the two powers had been simmering for years, fueled by nationalist sentiments and territorial disputes. As the situation deteriorated, the Austrian navy stepped up its presence on the Danube, aiming to maintain control of the waterway and prevent any potential incursions from the Serbian side. The SMS Szent István, named after the first Christian king of Hungary, was a formidable weapon in the Austrian arsenal. Armed with a battery of heavy guns, it was designed to dominate the river and project power deep into enemy territory. In this photograph, we see the gunboat underway, its flags flying proudly, as it makes its way towards the Serbian frontier. The crew, alert and focused, are no doubt on high alert, aware of the potential for conflict that hangs heavy in the air. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the tense atmosphere of the summer of 1914, a time when Europe was on the brink of war. The Austrian Monitor Gunboat, with its powerful presence on the Danube, was a key player in the complex web of alliances and tensions that would soon erupt into the cataclysmic conflict of World War One.
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