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Greetings Card : City View of Ancient Sparta Greece 1816 Date: 1816
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City View of Ancient Sparta Greece 1816 Date: 1816
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1816 Assorted Athens Consultation Michael Persian Porch Sparta Gandy
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite Ancient Sparta Greeting Card from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating City View of Sparta, Greece, dated back to 1816, this card brings the rich history of Ancient Greece right to your doorstep. The intricate details of the ancient city, as depicted in this beautiful print from Mary Evans Prints Online, are sure to leave a lasting impression. Perfect for history enthusiasts or for someone special, this card is a thoughtful and unique way to express your sentiments. Add a personal touch with a heartfelt message and make every moment memorable.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print, dated 1816, presents a breathtaking view of Ancient Sparta, the legendary city of the Lacedaemonians in ancient Greece. Located in the eastern Peloponnese, Sparta was a significant city-state in ancient Europe, renowned for its military strength and discipline. The city was famously opposed to Athens, its rival in the Persian Wars, and played a crucial role in the defense of Greece against the Persian invasion in 480 BC. The image, created by the skilled hand of English artist Joseph Gandy, transports us back in time, inviting us to imagine the bustling life of this ancient city. The print showcases a panoramic perspective of Sparta, with its grandiose buildings, imposing city walls, and the iconic Porch of the Athenians, which served as the city's agora or marketplace. The print also reveals the strategic location of Sparta, nestled between rolling hills and verdant valleys, providing a natural fortification that made it a formidable adversary. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we are reminded of the rich and complex history of ancient Greece, a time when city-states like Sparta and Athens shaped the course of Western civilization. This print serves as an invaluable record of the past, offering us a glimpse into the world of the ancient Lacedaemonians and their enduring legacy.
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