Carracks Collection

Spanish Armada Off the Coast of England, ca 1620-1625. Artist: Wieringen, Cornelis Claesz, van (ca 1576-1633)
Spanish Armada Off the Coast of England, ca 1620-1625. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Conquest of Constantinople by the Crusaders. Artist: Chatzis, Vasilios (1870-1915)
The Conquest of Constantinople by the Crusaders. Private Collection

Arrival of a Portuguese ship. Nanban screen, ca. 1600. Artist: Anonymous
Arrival of a Portuguese ship. Nanban screen, ca. 1600. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

World map with Magellan?s circumnavigation (From Scherer?s Atlas novus), 1702-1703. From a private collection

The Victoria, a Spanish carrack, ship of Ferdinand Magellan?s Armada de Molucca. (Aus Maris Pacifici), 1595. From a private collection

The 1514 ship Henry Grace a Dieu, side view
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The fleet of Pedro Alvares Cabral in 1500. From Livro das Armadas, ca 1568. Found in the Collection of the Academia das Ciencias de Lisboa

The Great Harry (coloured engraving)
668504 The Great Harry (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Harry)

The carrack Henry Grace a Dieu, 16th century. Artist: English master
The carrack Henry Grace a Dieu, 16th century. From a private collection

The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571, 1572. Found in the Collection of Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Philip II offering the Infante don Ferdinand to Victory, ca 1573-1575. Found in the Collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Corfu island and The Battle of Lepanto, 1583. Found in the Collection of Galleria delle Carte Geografiche, Vaticano

A naval battle between Christians and Turks, 1657. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Portrait of a Venetian Admiral, Second half of the16th cen.. Found in the collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

The fleet of Vasco da Gama in 1502. From Livro de Lisuarte de Abreu, c. 1565. Found in the collection of Pierpont Morgan Library

Allegory of the Battle of Lepanto, c. 1573. Found in the collection of Gallerie dell Accademia, Venice

Sebastiano Venier (1496-1578), with the Battle of Lepanto in background. Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571, ca 1578. Artist: Stradanus (Straet, van der), Johannes (1523-1605)
The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571, ca 1578. Private Collection

The Battle of Haarlemmermeer on May 26, 1573, 1620s. Artist: Eertvelt, Andries van (1590-1652)
The Battle of Haarlemmermeer on May 26, 1573, 1620s. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Arrival of a Portuguese ship. Nanban screen. Detail: Japanese Christians, ca. 1600. Artist: Anonymous
Arrival of a Portuguese ship. Nanban screen. Detail: Japanese Christians, ca. 1600. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Sea battle between the Dutch and Spanish ships, 1604. Artist: Aert Anthonisz. (Aert van Antum) (ca. 1580-1620)
Sea battle between the Dutch and Spanish ships, 1604. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The Battle of Lepanto, 17th century. Artist: Anonymous
The Battle of Lepanto, 17th century. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The Byzantine Emperor Welcoming Roussillon and Martel, 1468-1470. Artist: Liedet, Loyset (1420-1479)
The Byzantine Emperor Welcoming Roussillon and Martel, 1468-1470. Found in the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

A naval battle between Turks and Christians. Artist: Grevenbroeck, Orazio (1670-1730)
A naval battle between Turks and Christians. Private Collection

The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, 1601. Artist: Anonymous
The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, 1601. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Battle of Cadiz (Dutch and English Ships Attack the Spanish Armada), 1608. Artist: Aert Anthonisz
Battle of Cadiz (Dutch and English Ships Attack the Spanish Armada), 1608. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, 1613-1615. Artist: Hogenberg, Frans (1535-1590)
The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, 1613-1615. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, c. 1680. Artist: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
The sinking of the Spanish Armada in 1588, c. 1680. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571, 1571. Artist: Jenichen, Balthasar (active 1560-1590)
The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571, 1571. Private Collection

The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571, 1640. Artist: Eertvelt, Andries van (1590-1652)
The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571, 1640. Private Collection

The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571. Artist: Eertvelt, Andries van (1590-1652)
The Battle of Lepanto on 7 October 1571. Private Collection

The Battle of Gibraltar, 25 April 1607, c. 1617. Artist: Willaerts, Adam (1577-1664)
The Battle of Gibraltar, 25 April 1607, c. 1617. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Naval combat against a rocky shore, 1627. Artist: Vroom, Hendrick Cornelisz. (1562 / 3-1640)
Naval combat against a rocky shore, 1627. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Deluge, 1540. Artist: Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-1550)
The Deluge, 1540. Private Collection

The Spanish Armada off the south coast of England, 1588. Artist: Monogrammist VHE (active ca 1600)
The Spanish Armada off the south coast of England, 1588. Private Collection

Illustration from Architectura navalis von J. Furttenbach. Artist: Furttenbach, Joseph (1591-1667)
Illustration from Architectura navalis von J. Furttenbach. Private Collection

Maris Pacifici (From Theatrum orbis terrarum), 1595. Artist: Ortelius, Abraham (1527-1598)
Maris Pacifici (From Theatrum orbis terrarum), 1595. From a private collection

Portuguese Carracks off a Rocky Coast, c. 1540. Artist: Patinir, Joachim, follower of
Portuguese Carracks off a Rocky Coast, c.1540. From a private collection

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"Carracks: Majestic Vessels that Shaped Maritime History" Step back in time and embark on a journey through the captivating world of carracks, magnificent ships that played a significant role in shaping maritime history. These vessels were not mere modes of transportation; they were floating fortresses, symbols of power and exploration. One such momentous event was the Spanish Armada Off the Coast of England around 1620-1625. The sight of these imposing carracks struck fear into the hearts of their enemies, showcasing Spain's naval might during this tumultuous period. In another remarkable depiction, we witness The Conquest of Constantinople by the Crusaders. Painted by artist Chatzis, this artwork immortalizes the grandeur and strength exhibited by these mighty ships as they conquered new territories. The Arrival of a Portuguese ship depicted in Nanban screen from circa 1600 reveals an era when Portugal dominated global trade routes with their advanced carrack designs. These vessels opened up new horizons for exploration and trade between continents. Magellan's circumnavigation is brought to life on a World map from Scherer's Atlas novus dating back to 1702-1703. This groundbreaking voyage showcased the capabilities and endurance of these impressive ships as they sailed across uncharted waters. Amongst them all stands Henry Grace a Dieu, an awe-inspiring carrack captured beautifully in various depictions including side views and colored engravings. Its sheer size and intricate design made it one of the most formidable warships during its time. It also played pivotal roles in historical battles like The Battle of Lepanto in 1571 where Christian forces clashed with Ottoman Turks at sea. These colossal vessels became battlegrounds themselves as cannons roared amidst towering masts. Not only did carracks serve military purposes but they also symbolized political alliances. Philip II offering Infante don Ferdinand to Victory showcases how these majestic ships were used to solidify alliances and secure victories.