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Antique Framed Print : EXPL2A-00109
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EXPL2A-00109
Samuel de Champlain and his Huron allies going to fight the Iroquois, Lake Champlain, 1600s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
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Media ID 5879612
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1600s 17th Century Aboriginal Alliance Ally Amerindian Battle Canada Canadian Champlain Colonial Colonist Colony Discover Exploration Explore French Canada Huron Indian Iroquois Lake Champlain Military Native American New France New World New York Quebec Samuel De Champlain Tribe Vermont Algonquin
18"x18" (46x46cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x18 inches (46x46cm). 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 29.4cm x 29.4cm (11.6" x 11.6")
Estimated Product Size is 46.5cm x 46.5cm (18.3" x 18.3")
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 hand-colored woodcut print takes us back to the 1600s, a time of exploration and colonialism in North America. The image depicts Samuel de Champlain, the renowned French explorer, alongside his Huron allies as they embark on a perilous journey to confront their Iroquois adversaries. The scene is set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Champlain, a significant waterway connecting present-day New York and Vermont. This historic illustration beautifully captures the essence of this crucial alliance between European colonists and indigenous tribes during this era. Champlain's expedition symbolizes not only his personal quest for discovery but also the larger ambitions of France in establishing its presence in the New World. As he stands shoulder-to-shoulder with his Huron allies, it highlights the importance of collaboration and cooperation between different cultures amidst territorial disputes. This artwork serves as a visual testament to an important chapter in Canadian history when alliances were forged, battles were fought, and new territories were claimed. It offers us a glimpse into the complex dynamics that shaped early interactions between European settlers and Native American tribes. As we admire this vintage print from North Wind Picture Archives, let us reflect upon how these historical events have influenced our present-day understanding of Canada's rich cultural tapestry and its enduring relationship with indigenous communities across North America.
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