Home > Animals > Mammals > Soricidae > Navigator
Drake Attacking the Spanish Treasure Ship, c1578, (c1880)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Drake Attacking the Spanish Treasure Ship, c1578, (c1880)
Drake Attacking the Spanish Treasure Ship, c1578, (c1880). Sir Francis Drake (c1540- 27 January 1596) was an English sea captain, privateer, navigator, slaver, and politician of the Elizabethan era. Near Lima, Drake captured a Spanish ship laden with 25, 000 pesos of Peruvian gold, amounting in value to 37, 000 ducats of Spanish money (about £ 7m by modern standards). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. I, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 14984864
© The Print Collector
Attacking British Battles On Land And Sea Capture Cassell Co Cassell Company Drake Elizabethan Fleet Francis Galleon Grant James Grant Lima Outnumbered Peru Petter Petter Galpin Sir Francis Sir Francis Drake Speed Treasure Cassell Cassell And Company Ltd
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Soricidae
> Navigator
> Arts
> Artists
> D
> Francis Drake
> Arts
> Artists
> G
> Francis Grant
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Modern art
> Landscapes
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Literature
> Books
> Arts
> Literature
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Modern art
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Monochrome paintings
Drake Attacking the Spanish Treasure Ship, c1578, (c1880) - A Glimpse into Sir Francis Drake's Daring Exploits
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print, we are transported back to the 16th century, witnessing a pivotal moment in history. The image depicts the legendary English sea captain and privateer, Sir Francis Drake, fearlessly attacking a Spanish treasure ship near Lima. With his audacious spirit and exceptional naval skills, Drake successfully seized a vessel laden with an astonishing 25,000 pesos of Peruvian gold. This remarkable haul equated to an astounding value of 37,000 ducats in Spanish currency - equivalent to approximately £7 million by today's standards. The monochrome engraving beautifully captures the intensity of the battle at sea as Drake's fleet engages with their heavily outnumbered adversaries. The dramatic scene showcases both the speed and power of sailing ships during this era. This historic artwork is part of "British Battles on Land and Sea". Volume I by James Grant. It offers us a glimpse into one of England's most celebrated maritime heroes' daring exploits against Spain during Elizabethan times. As we admire this print from Cassell Petter & Galpin publishers in London, Paris & New York circa 1880s; it serves as a reminder of Drake's significant contributions to British naval supremacy and his relentless pursuit for wealth and glory on treacherous waters.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
