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View of the Rock and Town of Gibraltar during the Siege of 1779 (coloured engraving)
CHT176887 View of the Rock and Town of Gibraltar during the Siege of 1779 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: La forteresse de Gibraltar assiegee et bombardee par mer et par terre par les troupes francaise et espagnoles; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22916556
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Assault Besieged Blockade Bombarded Defence Encampment Fortifications Fortified Land And Sea Protectorate Rampart Dependency English Colony
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning View of the Rock and Town of Gibraltar during the Siege of 1779 by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This captivating coloured engraving, hailing from the French School of the 18th century and held in the Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, transports you to a pivotal moment in history. Witness the fortified Rock of Gibraltar under siege, with the quaint town below, beautifully rendered in rich colours. Bring this piece of historical art into your home or office as a conversation starter and a reminder of the past. Order now from Media Storehouse's range of poster prints and let the story unfold.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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This coloured engraving, titled "View of the Rock and Town of Gibraltar during the Siege of 1779" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an anonymous French artist from the 18th century, this print offers a glimpse into the intense battle that unfolded at Gibraltar. The image showcases the mighty fortress of Gibraltar under siege, bombarded both by land and sea by French and Spanish forces. The intricate details bring to life the chaos and tension surrounding this historic event. From the bustling harbor filled with ships to the fortified ramparts protecting the town, every element tells a story of struggle and resilience. As we study this print, we can almost hear cannons firing and feel the tremors caused by explosions. It serves as a reminder of how nations fought for control over strategic locations like Gibraltar during times when empires clashed. Gibraltar's significance as an English colony is evident in this artwork; it was not only defended fiercely but also served as a naval stronghold against attacks from Franco-Spanish forces. The presence of troops, encampments, and armed vessels highlights their determination to protect their territory. Through this coloured engraving held within Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, we are transported back centuries ago to witness one chapter in Gibraltar's tumultuous history. It reminds us that even amidst chaos and destruction, art has always played its part in capturing moments that shape our world today.
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