Framed Print : Vespucci / Hostile Natives
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Vespucci / Hostile Natives
Amerigo Vespucci encounters hostile natives
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Media ID 576578
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1501 Amerigo Encounters Hostile Natives Vespucci
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Vespucci / Hostile Natives" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing image captures the spirit of the New World discovery era, with explorer Amerigo Vespucci facing off against hostile natives. The rich details and vivid colors of this historic print are beautifully preserved behind a high-quality frame, adding an air of sophistication and intrigue to any room. Elevate your home or office decor with this captivating piece of history - order your Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Vespucci / Hostile Natives" today.
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 21.8cm (9.6" x 8.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the tense moment of first contact between the Old World and the New, as explorer Amerigo Vespucci encounters hostile natives in this circa 1501 depiction. Vespucci, an Italian navigator and cartographer, is shown standing boldly on the shoreline of an unfamiliar land, likely in present-day South America. The natives, wary and defensive, brandish weapons and shields, their expressions conveying a sense of wariness and hostility. The central figure of this historical scene, Vespucci is dressed in the attire of a European explorer, complete with a fur-trimmed cloak, a hat adorned with a feather, and a long, flowing beard. He gazes intently at the natives, his expression a mix of curiosity and determination. This encounter, which likely took place during one of Vespucci's voyages sponsored by the Spanish Crown, marked a pivotal moment in the exploration and colonization of the Americas. The background of the print is filled with lush vegetation and exotic animals, underscoring the sense of discovery and wonder that accompanied the early European explorers as they ventured into the unknown. Despite the hostile reception, Vespucci and his crew pressed on, documenting their discoveries and mapping the vast new territories. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often tumultuous encounters between European explorers and the indigenous peoples they encountered, and the profound impact those encounters had on the course of history. This powerful and evocative print, from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of exploration, discovery, and the dawn of a new world.
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