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Capture of the Royal Prince, c. 1670 (oil on canvas)
XOS3038331 Capture of the Royal Prince, c.1670 (oil on canvas) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); 58.5x81 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: In June 1666 during the Second Anglo-Dutch War the English flagship Royal Prince ran aground on a sandbank off the English coast and was forced to surrender to Cornelis Tromp on the Gouda (left). It was burnt on the orders of Lieutenant-Admiral Michiel de Ruyter
); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12800785
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17th Anglo Dutch Dutch Golden Age Flagship Galleon Golden Age Man O War Man Of War Rigged Rigging Sails Seventeenth Warship Warships Four Days Battle
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 5.4cm (3" x 2.1")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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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The captivating print titled "Capture of the Royal Prince, c. 1670" by Willem van de Velde the Younger takes us back to a pivotal moment in history during the Second Anglo-Dutch War. This oil on canvas masterpiece, measuring 58.5x81 cm, is housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. In this scene, we witness a dramatic event as the English flagship Royal Prince finds itself stranded on a treacherous sandbank off the coast of England. Forced to surrender to Cornelis Tromp aboard his ship Gouda, it ultimately meets its fiery demise under Lieutenant-Admiral Michiel de Ruyter's orders. Van de Velde skillfully captures every detail of this maritime battle with precision and finesse. The painting showcases majestic warships with their billowing sails and intricate rigging amidst tumultuous seas. The cannons are poised for action while flags flutter proudly in the wind. This artwork not only serves as an exquisite example of Dutch Golden Age painting but also offers a glimpse into naval warfare during that era. It transports viewers back to a time when conflicts were fought upon vast oceans and victory was determined by skilled maneuvering and strategic prowess. As we admire this historical gem from Fine Art Finder's collection, let us appreciate both Van de Velde's artistic talent and his ability to immortalize significant moments in history through his brushstrokes.
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