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Glass Frame : Lord Howard, Drake and others playing bowls just before the Spanish Armada came in sight (chromolitho)
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Lord Howard, Drake and others playing bowls just before the Spanish Armada came in sight (chromolitho)
668708 Lord Howard, Drake and others playing bowls just before the Spanish Armada came in sight (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Howard, Drake and others playing bowls just before the Spanish Armada came in sight, 1588.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23480494
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Bowl Bowls Elizabethan Elizabethan Era 1558–1603 Francis Drake House Of Tudor Plymouth Hoe Sir Francis Drake Spanish Armada Tudor Dynasty Tudor Period Tudor Times Tudors Dynasty Lord Howard
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This vibrant chromolitho print captures a historic moment just before the Spanish Armada came into sight. Lord Howard, Sir Francis Drake, and other notable figures are depicted engrossed in a game of bowls on Plymouth Hoe. The year is 1588, during the Elizabethan era, and tensions between England and Spain are at their peak. The image showcases the casual yet intense atmosphere as these influential individuals take a brief respite from their duties to enjoy this traditional English pastime. Their elaborate Elizabethan costumes add an air of grandeur to the scene, reflecting the opulence of the Tudor period. The significance of this moment lies in its timing - just before one of history's most famous naval battles unfolds. As they play bowls, unaware that danger looms on the horizon, these men symbolize both courage and camaraderie amidst impending conflict. The print not only offers a glimpse into British history but also highlights cultural exchanges between nations. The presence of Germans among them suggests international connections during this time period when Europe was undergoing significant political changes. Overall, this artwork by an unknown 20th-century English artist serves as a visual testament to bravery and unity in times of uncertainty. It reminds us that even amidst great challenges, moments of leisure can provide solace and strength for those facing adversity.
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