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The First Fleet
Some of the First Fleet - eleven British Navy ships under the command of Captain Arthur Phillip, which took 750 British convicts to Botany Bay, where they established the first European settlement in Australia, 1788. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Unveiling the Splendour of Australia through Exquisite Artwork
Hulton Archive
The First Fleet
Media ID 9871265
© 2005 Getty Images
18th Century Black Black And White Botany Bay British Culture Consumerproduct Diry Finance Format Nautical Vessel Photograph Prisoner Sailing Ship Transport Transportation Vessel Water White 15713 Arthur Phillip Command Established First Fleet Prison Prisons Settlement
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, featuring the iconic "The First Fleet" image by Hulton Archive from Australian Views. This historic masterpiece showcases eleven British Navy ships under the command of Captain Arthur Phillip, marking the beginning of the British colony in Australia in 1788. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve the rich details and colors of this captivating piece. Bring a piece of Australian history into your home or office with this stunning framed print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.3cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the historic moment of the First Fleet's arrival in Australia. Led by Captain Arthur Phillip, eleven British Navy ships embarked on a daring voyage to transport 750 British convicts to Botany Bay in 1788. The image captures the essence of this significant event that marked the establishment of the first European settlement on Australian soil. The photograph depicts a landscape dominated by water, with one of the fleet's majestic sailing ships taking center stage. The vessel stands as a symbol of both command and transportation, representing Britain's determination to colonize new lands despite its prisoners' presence onboard. In this monochromatic portrayal, shades of gray emphasize the starkness and harshness associated with crime and punishment during that era. The composition evokes a sense of confinement as it highlights the ship's towering structure against an expansive sea backdrop. As we delve into history through this powerful image, we are reminded not only of Australia's colonial past but also how law and order were enforced through exile across vast oceans. This photograph from Hulton Archive serves as a visual testament to the resilience and audacity exhibited by those who sailed aboard these nautical vessels towards an uncertain future in Botany Bay
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