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Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama landing in India, 1498 (colour litho)
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Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama landing in India, 1498 (colour litho)
7148532 Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama landing in India, 1498 (colour litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama landing in India, 1498. Illustration from More Pictures of English History, by E L Hoskyn (Arthur and Charles Black, London, 1914).); © Look and Learn
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This vibrant lithograph captures the historic moment when Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama landed in India in 1498. The image, created by Allan Stewart and reproduced from More Pictures of English History, depicts the significant event with vivid colors and attention to detail. In this scene, da Gama's arrival is portrayed as a monumental discovery. The Portuguese explorer stands tall on the shore, surrounded by his crew members who have just rowed ashore. Their boat can be seen in the background, while a tugboat waits nearby for their return journey. The artist skillfully conveys the excitement and anticipation of this expedition through his use of color and composition. The lush green landscape of India serves as a backdrop to highlight the historical significance of this landing. This print not only showcases an important moment in history but also pays homage to da Gama's bravery and determination as he embarked on his voyage to find a new trade route to India. It serves as a reminder of the explorers who paved the way for future discoveries and cultural exchanges between Europe and Asia. Overall, this lithograph offers viewers a glimpse into one of Vasco da Gama's most renowned achievements – his successful landing in India – forever etched in history books and now beautifully preserved through art.
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