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Vasco da Gama in India
Portuguese Colonial History Series - Vasco da Gama has an audience with The King of Calicut (Kozhikode), the Samudiri (Zamorin) in May 1498. The navigator was received with traditional hospitality, including a grand procession of at least 3, 000 armed Nairs, but an interview with the Zamorin failed to produce any concrete trade results. Date: 1498
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Media ID 11549239
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1498 Audience Calicut Discovery Discussions Explorer Gama Interview Meet Meeting Meets Navigator Portuguese Trading Vasco Voyage 15th
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Vasco da Gama in India print from Media Storehouse's Portuguese Colonial History Series, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image depicts a pivotal moment in world history, as Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama (1460-1524) is shown in audience with the King of Calicut, or Zamorin (Samudiri), in May 1498. This historic encounter marked the beginning of permanent European presence in India and the establishment of the Portuguese Empire in the East. Our high-quality photographic prints showcase the exquisite detail and rich colors of this iconic image, transporting you back to the vibrant world of the 15th century. The Portuguese Colonial History Series offers a unique perspective on the past, making this print an essential addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection. This rights-managed print comes directly from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online archive, ensuring the highest standards of authenticity and provenance. Each print is carefully crafted using premium materials, ensuring lasting beauty and vibrancy. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with Media Storehouse's Vasco da Gama in India print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.9cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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 image captures the historic moment when Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama met with the King of Calicut, or Zamorin, in May 1498 during his groundbreaking voyage around the Cape of Good Hope. The King of Calicut, also known as the Samudiri or Samorim of Kozhikode, extended traditional Indian hospitality to the weary explorer and his crew. The grand procession of at least 3,000 armed Nairs, the feudal warriors of the Zamorin, welcomed Vasco da Gama with great fanfare. However, the much-anticipated trade discussions between the two parties did not yield the desired results. Vasco da Gama, who had embarked on his voyage from Portugal in July 1497, became the first European to reach India by sea, opening up a new trade route between Europe and the East. His arrival marked the beginning of the Portuguese colonial era in India and paved the way for extensive European involvement in the subcontinent's affairs. Despite the lack of concrete trade agreements during this initial meeting, the encounter between Vasco da Gama and the Zamorin set the stage for future interactions between Europeans and Indians. The image stands as a testament to the rich cultural exchange that took place during the 15th century and continues to shape the complex relationship between the two continents to this day.
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