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Englands Famous Discoverers (engraving) (b / w photo)
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Englands Famous Discoverers (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF137410 Englands Famous Discoverers (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618) English courtier, navigator, historian, and poet; Sir Hugh Willoughby (d.1554) English navigator; Captain John Smith (c.1580-1631) colonist in America, rescued by Pocahontas; John Davis (c.1550-1605), explorer of Arctic; tried to find the North-West Passage; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12723174
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Cross Staff Davies Discoverer Elizabethan Explorers Globe Navigation Navigational Equipment Sextant
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This print titled "England's Famous Discoverers" takes us back to the 17th century, showcasing a remarkable engraving by an English School artist. The print features four renowned figures who played significant roles in shaping England's exploration history. Sir Walter Raleigh, a multifaceted personality known for his courtly charm, navigation skills, historical writings, and poetic prowess stands tall at the center of this composition. Alongside him are Sir Hugh Willoughby, an intrepid English navigator whose fate was tragically sealed in 1554; Captain John Smith, the valiant colonist in America who owes his life to Pocahontas' heroic rescue; and John Davis, an Arctic explorer relentlessly searching for the elusive North-West Passage. The image is rich with symbolism as it showcases various navigational instruments like a globe, cross staffs, sextants - all tools that these explorers relied upon during their daring expeditions. Their coats of arms proudly displayed further emphasize their noble lineage and commitment to discovery. As we gaze upon this historic artwork from a private collection now made accessible through Fine Art Finder website courtesy of Bridgeman Art Library; we are reminded of England's profound impact on global exploration during the Elizabethan era. This evocative engraving serves as a visual testament to these fearless adventurers who pushed boundaries and expanded our understanding of the world around us.
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