One of the Pillars of Acre (Akko), brought to Venice from Akko after 1256, and placed in front of the entrance to the Bapistry, in St. Mark's Square, in Venice. Some maintain that this capital, a truncated pyramid, is a Syrian work of art, while others feel that, together with the pillar, it was used to climb over Palestinian city walls, and is an Arab-Byzantine artpiece

Framed Print : One of the Pillars of Acre (Akko), brought to Venice from Akko after 1256, and placed in front of the entrance to the Bapistry, in St. Mark's Square, in Venice. Some maintain that this capital, a truncated pyramid, is a Syrian work of art, while others feel that, together with the pillar, it was used to climb over Palestinian city walls, and is an Arab-Byzantine artpiece

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Framed Print of One of the Pillars of Acre (Akko), brought to Venice from Akko after 1256, and placed in front of the entrance to the Bapistry, in St. Mark's Square, in Venice. Some maintain that this capital, a truncated pyramid, is a Syrian work of art, while others feel that, together with the pillar, it was used to climb over Palestinian city walls, and is an Arab-Byzantine artpiece

One of the Pillars of Acre (Akko), brought to Venice from Akko after 1256, and placed in front of the entrance to the Bapistry, in St. Mark's Square, in Venice. Some maintain that this capital, a truncated pyramid, is a Syrian work of art, while others feel that, together with the pillar, it was used to climb over Palestinian city walls, and is an Arab-Byzantine artpiece Venice St. Mark's Square Pilaster Byzantine Style, Byzantine Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:VI, XII secc. © Alinari Archives, Florence

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Alinari, Fratelli

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Byzantine Artwork , St Marks Square Venice

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Experience the rich history and cultural heritage of the past with our framed print of "One of the Pillars of Acre (Akko)" by Fratelli Alinari. This iconic pillar, a truncated pyramid, was brought to Venice from Akko in 1256 and has graced the entrance to the Bapistry in St. Mark's Square ever since. Debated among historians and art enthusiasts as either a Syrian work of art or an Arab-Byzantine artpiece used to climb over city walls, this piece transports you back in time. Add this thought-provoking addition to your home or office decor.

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Photo Prints - Behold the historical beauty of the Pillar of Acre, an addition to your space from our range of Photographic Prints. This iconic pillar, originating from Akko and brought to Venice after 1256, stands proudly in front of the Baptistry in St. Mark's Square. A source of intrigue and debate among historians, this truncated pyramid is believed to be a Syrian work of art by some, while others suggest it was used as a means to climb over city walls during the Arab-Byzantine era. Experience the rich history and mystery of this ancient artifact, expertly captured in detail by the skilled photographers at Alinari, Fratelli.

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Poster Prints - Discover the rich history of Venice with our Poster Prints, featuring 'One of the Pillars of Acre (Akko)' by Alinari, Fratelli. This iconic image shows a piece of cultural heritage from 13th-century St. Mark's Square, perfect for art lovers and history enthusiasts to decorate their homes or offices with poster prints.

Metal Prints - Experience the rich history and cultural fusion of two great cities with our Metal Print of the One of the Pillars of Acre. This intriguing artifact, believed to have been brought from Akko to Venice in 1256, stands proudly in front of the entrance to the Baptistry in St. Mark's Square. With its mysterious origins, debated between Syrian work of art and Arab-Byzantine masterpiece by Alinari, Fratelli, this truncated pyramid pillar is an addition to any space. Our Metal Prints bring out the intricate details and colors of this historical piece, making it a conversation starter and a decoration for your home or office.

Canvas Prints - Canvas Prints of iconic landmarks, such as the One of the Pillars of Acre (Akko), a historic pillar brought to Venice from Akko after 1256. Perfect for art enthusiasts and history buffs, our Canvas Prints offer a way to showcase photography by Alinari, Fratelli.

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Premium Paradise Wooden Range A1 Premium Poster Frame (86x62cm) with A2 Poster (59x42cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.4cm x 58.8cm (16.3" x 23.1")

Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 86.6cm (24.4" x 34.1")