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Canvas Print : GOLDEN HIND (FORD)
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GOLDEN HIND (FORD)
SIR FRANCIS DRAKE The ship of sir Francis Drake, formerly named Pelican
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Media ID 605786
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1545 1596 Francis Named Rough Sea Gulls
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "Golden Hind (Ford)" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, proudly featuring an iconic image of Sir Francis Drake's legendary ship. This exquisite print, sourced from the Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of the historic Golden Hind in meticulous detail. The vibrant colors and rich textures of the canvas bring the ship to life, making it a captivating addition to any room in your home or office. Experience the adventure and history of Sir Francis Drake with this beautiful and authentic canvas print. Order yours today and bring a piece of maritime history into your space.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures the legendary Golden Hind, the renowned English galleon commanded by the intrepid Sir Francis Drake during his circumnavigation of the globe between 1577 and 1580. Originally named the Pelican, the ship was later renamed the Golden Hind in recognition of the lion and hind emblem of Queen Elizabeth I, who granted Drake a royal charter for his daring voyage. The photograph showcases the rugged beauty and raw power of the Golden Hind, with its tall, imposing masts and sails billowing in the wind. The rough, textured surface of the ship's wooden hull is etched with the scars of countless battles and voyages, a testament to its storied history. Sir Francis Drake, an English sea captain, privateer, and explorer, was a hero of the Elizabethan era. Born around 1545, he rose to prominence as a privateer during the Anglo-Spanish War, leading raids against Spanish ships and colonies in the Caribbean. In 1577, he was commissioned by Queen Elizabeth I to lead an expedition to the New World, with orders to seek out new trade routes and establish English colonies. The Golden Hind, with its crew of around 80 men, set sail from Plymouth, England, in December 1577. After a perilous journey around the tip of South America, through the Pacific Ocean, and across the Atlantic, the ship returned to England in September 1580, bringing with it a cargo of valuable spices, gold, and silver. The sight of the Golden Hind returning to England, laden with treasure, was a triumphant moment in English history. The ship and its crew were hailed as heroes, and Drake was knighted by the Queen. The image of the Golden Hind, with its sails filled with wind and sea gulls flying overhead, is a powerful reminder of the spirit of adventure and exploration that defined the Elizabethan era.
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