Fine Art Print : Cossack Bay, Balaklava
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Cossack Bay, Balaklava
Cossack Bay, Balaklava. A building next to which is a pile of baskets and a holding pen with horses at the landing place on the cattle pier with several ships at dock in Balaklava harbor, also view of bell tents at waters edge and the landscape of the hills in the background. Date 1855
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Balaklava Cossack Crimean Ottoman
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathtakingly capturing the historic charm of Balaklava, this Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse features Cossack Bay, a scenic harbor teeming with activity. Witness the unique blend of the past and present as horses are held in a pen next to a bustling cattle pier, while ships gracefully dock in the distance. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the rich history of this fascinating location right into your home or office. Perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone seeking to add a touch of timeless beauty to their space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.2cm x 40.6cm (19.8" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Cossack Bay, Balaklava: A Scene of War and Peace in the Crimean Peninsula, 1855 This evocative image captures the unique blend of tranquility and turmoil that characterized the Crimean Peninsula during the Crimean War (1853-1856). The photograph, taken at Balaklava's Cossack Bay in 1855, reveals a bustling scene of activity at the cattle pier. Horses are held in a pen, while baskets are piled high next to a building, suggesting the unloading of supplies. The presence of several ships at dock indicates the strategic importance of Balaklava Harbor during this period, as it served as a crucial supply line for the British and French forces. The Ottoman Empire, allied with the British and French, controlled the peninsula, but the area was also a hotbed of Cossack activity. Cossacks, semi-autonomous groups of warriors, were a significant force in the region, and their presence is reflected in the bell tents visible at the water's edge. The landscape of the hills in the background adds to the sense of history and intrigue, with the rolling hills and rugged terrain a stark contrast to the bustling activity below. The Crimean War was a complex conflict, pitting the Russian, Ottoman, British, and French empires against one another. The war was fought for various reasons, including religious and political tensions, as well as imperial ambitions. Despite the conflict, life continued at the bustling cattle pier, with horses being unloaded and supplies being transported to the troops. This photograph offers a glimpse into the complex and intriguing history of the Crimean Peninsula during a time of war and peace.
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