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The burning of French ships at the Battle of La Hogue, 23 May 1692, late 17th century (oil on canvas)
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The burning of French ships at the Battle of La Hogue, 23 May 1692, late 17th century (oil on canvas)
7337633 The burning of French ships at the Battle of La Hogue, 23 May 1692, late 17th century (oil on canvas) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); 101.6x124.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Willem van de Velde, the Younger
The action at La Hogue in May 1692 was crucial in the wider context of the Battle of Barfleur. This was a naval battle of the War of the League of Augsburg, 1689-1697, fought between an Anglo-Dutch and a French fleet. It was not finally brought to a conclusion until 24 May in the Bay of La Hogue, when the French flagship 'Soleil Royal' as well as the 'Triomphant' and the 'Admirable' were burned by the English. This high horizon painting of the French coast looks southwards from Cape Barfleur. Through the use of continuous narrative, events over a long period are shown in this one image. On the right is the Bay of La Hogue with the French fleet aground. Four of their ships, are under attack from boats of the Allied fleet, including fire-boats, a fifth is waterlogged and on fire. In the centre foreground a small French fort is engaging an English two-decker, which is replying with her bow guns. She is approaching the fort and making for a group of six large French ships on the right close to the shore. Beyond her and to the left of the picture the English Vice-Admiral Sir George Rooke's ship 'Neptune', and another two-decker are engaging the French ships. The nearest of the French ships is a three-decker close to the shore with a large number of people swimming ashore. She is about to be set on fire by some of the English boats. The rest of the left background is filled with English ships including the 'Britannia'. Beyond the French ships on the right is a headland and an island possibly Marcouf, near which was a fort. Inside the island are six large French ships near a fort. On the left horizon is the English commander-in-chief, Edward Russell, in the 'Britannia'. The painting is contemporary in style with van de Velde the Elder and could be from his studio in the last year of his life. Such a painting may have been intended as a design for a tapestry or else to be painted in lieu of a tapestry to hang in a large room.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning oil on canvas print captures the dramatic scene of The burning of French ships at the Battle of La Hogue, 23 May 1692, during the late 17th century. Painted by Willem van de Velde, the Younger, this historical artwork depicts a crucial moment in the War of the League of Augsburg.
The action at La Hogue was a pivotal naval battle between an Anglo-Dutch fleet and their French counterparts. In this painting, we see the French ships under attack from English boats and fire-boats as they burn in flames. The high horizon perspective allows us to witness events unfolding over a long period in one captivating image.
From the Bay of La Hogue to Cape Barfleur, every detail is meticulously captured by van de Velde. The intense battle between fleets, with ships engulfed in flames and people swimming ashore for safety, creates a sense of chaos and urgency.
This painting not only showcases van de Velde's artistic talent but also serves as a historical record of a significant military event. It is a powerful reminder of the bravery and sacrifice displayed by sailors on both sides during this fierce conflict at sea.
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