Framed Prints
Framed Print of Interior of the Coliseum at El Djem, near Tunis, 1874. Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Coliseum at El Djem, near Tunis, 1874. When Northern Africa was a province of Imperial Rome, the vast Flavian amphitheatre [at Rome] was copied at Thysdrus, a city of Byzacium...'The thing that strikes one most on seeing the African Coliseum for the first time is its grandeur; and then, the wanton neglect and destruction of it by the Arabs. Somewhat more than a century ago it was in almost a perfect state of preservation, until the Arabs, in a rebellion about that time, made a fortification of it; and the Bey then reigning had such difficulty in dislodging them that he pulled down the western gate and part of the southern side, so as to render it useless as a fortification for the future...There being no stone whatever near El Djem, the Romans must have brought the stone for the Coliseum at least forty miles, as that is the nearest point where stone is to be found. The interior is in an almost entire state of ruin as regards the seats; but the feature of this Coliseum, which excels all others, is in its exterior and circular façades. These, which constitute the chief characteristic beauty of such an edifice, are almost in a perfect state of preservation'. From Illustrated London News, 1874. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Media ID 42169828
Amphitheatre Amphitheatre Of El Jem Arena Coliseum Colosseum Controversial Controversy El Djem El Djem Mahdia Governorate Tunisia El Jemm El Jemm Mahdia Governorate Tunisia Mahdia Governorate Seat Seating Seats Tunisia Two Seater Unesco Unesco World Heritage Site World Heritage Site
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. 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"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.2cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
