Antique Framed Print : SPANISH ARMADA, 1588. The Spanish Fleet against Fowey, drawn up in the form of a half moon, and the English fleet pursuing. The defeat of the Spanish Armada, The Second Day. Line engraving with portraits of English commanders along the border, English, 1739
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SPANISH ARMADA, 1588. The Spanish Fleet against Fowey, drawn up in the form of a half moon, and the English fleet pursuing. The defeat of the Spanish Armada, The Second Day. Line engraving with portraits of English commanders along the border, English, 1739
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Media ID 7507213
1588 Battle Border Cartouche Commander Galleon Great Britain Half Moon Ocean Royal Navy Sailing Sailing Ship Spanish Spanish Armada Surrender War Ship
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.2cm (14.6" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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
This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. The image showcases the Spanish Fleet, arranged in a formidable half moon formation, facing off against Fowey. In hot pursuit is the English fleet, determined to defend their shores and secure victory. The line engraving, created by an English artist in 1739, beautifully depicts this intense maritime battle with intricate details and precision. Along the border of the print are portraits of prominent English commanders who played crucial roles in this historic event. The scene exudes a sense of grandeur and power as warships from both sides dominate the vast ocean backdrop. The Royal Navy's mighty galleons clash fiercely with their Spanish counterparts, creating a spectacle that would forever change European naval warfare. Intriguingly, amidst all this chaos and conflict lies a symbolic element - the half moon formation adopted by the Spanish Fleet. This strategic arrangement aimed to encircle and overwhelm their opponents but ultimately proved futile against England's resilience and tactical prowess. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork from The Granger Collection, we are transported back to that fateful day when England triumphed over adversity and secured its place as a dominant naval force. It serves as a testament to courage, determination, and unwavering national pride that resonates even centuries later.
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