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Framed Print : Spanish attack on Penzance, Newlyn and Mousehole, West Cornwall, 23 July 1595
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Spanish attack on Penzance, Newlyn and Mousehole, West Cornwall, 23 July 1595
Spanish attack on Penzance, Newlyn and Mousehole, West Cornwall, 23 July 1595. Supplies were seized, buildings raided and burned, and a mass was held, before the men sailed off and engaged with a squadron of Dutch ships. Date: 1595
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring history to life with this stunning framed print, 'Spanish Attack on Penzance, Newlyn and Mousehole, West Cornwall, 23 July 1595' by Terry Parker. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in history when Spanish forces raided the coastal towns of Penzance, Newlyn, and Mousehole in Cornwall. The print showcases the chaos and intensity of the attack, with supplies being seized, buildings raided and burned, and a mass being held. This beautiful framed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, adding character and depth to any room in your home or office.
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 18.2cm (9.6" x 7.2")
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 evocative image captures the chaos and fear that gripped the quaint fishing villages of Penzance, Newlyn, and Mousehole in West Cornwall, England, on the night of July 23, 1595. The Spanish Armada, a formidable fleet of ships dispatched by King Philip II of Spain with the intention of invading England, had reached the English southwest coast. In the dead of night, the villagers were awakened by the sight of Spanish ships appearing on the horizon, their sails silhouetted against the moonlit sky. The Spanish soldiers stormed ashore, raiding and burning buildings, and seizing valuable supplies. The villagers, caught off guard, were unable to mount an effective defense. The smoke and flames from the burning buildings illuminated the night sky, casting long, ominous shadows on the beach. Despite the initial shock and devastation, the Spanish did not stay long. They quickly set sail and engaged with a squadron of Dutch ships that had arrived to aid the English. The Spanish were ultimately repelled, but the memory of the attack remained etched in the minds of the villagers for generations to come. This haunting image, captured by the skilled lens of Terry Parker, transports us back to that fateful night in 1595. The dark, moody tones and the eerie stillness of the scene convey the sense of unease and uncertainty that must have gripped the villagers as they watched the Spanish ships approach. The image is a poignant reminder of the turbulent history of the English coastline and the threats that once loomed large on the horizon.
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