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Plan Showing how Francis Drake (c. 1540-96) Stormed and Held the Island of San Jacob
XJF137057 Plan Showing how Francis Drake (c.1540-96) Stormed and Held the Island of San Jacob (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12723033
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the engraving, "Plan Showing how Francis Drake (c.1540-96) Stormed and Held the Island of San Jacinto" by the English School from the 17th century. This captivating work of art, now out of copyright, depicts the legendary exploits of Sir Francis Drake as he led his troops in the storming and conquest of the Island of San Jacinto. Bring the excitement of the past into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality poster print from Bridgeman Art. Order yours today from Fine Art Finder.
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.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.6cm x 42cm (18.7" x 16.5")
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 print showcases a historic moment in time, depicting the daring exploits of the renowned explorer Francis Drake. The engraving titled "Plan Showing how Francis Drake Stormed and Held the Island of San Jacob" takes us back to the 17th century, offering a glimpse into an extraordinary event that unfolded in the New World. The image transports us to a bustling harbor, where Drake's ship dominates the scene with its imposing presence. As we study this intricate map-like composition, our eyes are drawn to various elements: a compass symbolizing navigation skills, Latin inscriptions hinting at scholarly pursuits, and indigenous people representing encounters with native cultures. Intriguingly, flying fish gracefully soar above the tumultuous waters surrounding San Jacob Island. This detail adds an ethereal touch to an otherwise intense atmosphere of battle and attack. Sir Francis Drake himself stands tall as a knightly figurehead leading his navy into action against formidable adversaries. Through this remarkable artwork from English School's private collection, we are reminded of Drake's audacity and strategic brilliance as he stormed and held this island against all odds. It serves as both a testament to his legacy as one of history's greatest explorers and an invitation for viewers to delve deeper into this fascinating chapter in maritime history.
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