Poster Print : Sisebut (c. 565-621) landing in Tangier. Engraving
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Sisebut (c. 565-621) landing in Tangier. Engraving
Sisebut (c.565-621). King of the Visigoths. Sisebut landing in Tangier. Engraving in Spain Illustrated History, 19th century
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Media ID 14353738
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Attack Campaign Conquest Hispania Ladder Landing Militar Monarch Morocco Tangier Visigoths
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the engraving of Sisebut (c. 565-621), the brave King of the Visigoths, landing in Tangier. This captivating 19th century engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era in Spanish history. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your space with this stunning poster print, perfect for any room in your home or office.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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
Sisebut Landing in Tangier: A Pivotal Moment in Visigothic History This engraving depicts King Sisebut of the Visigoths (c. 565-621) leading his army during their successful campaign to conquer the strategic North African city of Tangier in the late 6th century. The image, taken from Spain Illustrated History, a 19th-century publication, vividly illustrates the determination and military prowess of the Visigoth monarch and his troops as they embark on a ladder to disembark from their ships and set foot on Moroccan soil. During the Middle Ages, the Visigoths, a Germanic people who had settled in Hispania (present-day Spain and Portugal) under the Roman Empire, faced numerous challenges to their rule. One of these challenges came from the Byzantine Empire, which sought to expand its influence in the Western Mediterranean. In response, Sisebut launched a military campaign against the Byzantines, who controlled Tangier, a vital trading post and strategic stronghold. The successful conquest of Tangier marked a significant turning point in Visigothic history, as it allowed the kingdom to secure its northern borders and expand its territories. The event also demonstrated the military capabilities of the Visigoth monarch and his troops, who were able to mount a successful amphibious assault against a well-defended enemy position. This engraving, with its intricate details and dynamic composition, offers a glimpse into the medieval military tactics and the political landscape of the 6th and 7th centuries. It also highlights the importance of Tangier as a strategic prize in the power struggles of the time and the determination of the Visigoths to defend their kingdom against external threats.
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