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HMS LEOPARD: IMPRESSMENT. Captain S. P. Humphreys of HMS Leopard impressing four
HMS LEOPARD: IMPRESSMENT.
Captain S.P. Humphreys of HMS Leopard impressing four American seamen into British naval service after the capture of USS Chesapeake off Hampton Roads, Virginia, on 22 June 1807. Wood engraving, American, 1884, after Howard Pyle
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Media ID 13133367
1807 Bicorn Deck Hampton Roads Humphreys Impressment June Pulley Rigging Royal Navy Sailor Southeastern Surrender Uss Chesapeake Warship Hms Leopard
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image, "HMS LEOPARD: IMPRESSMENT. Captain S.P. Humphreys of HMS Leopard impressing four American seamen into British naval service after the capture of USS Chesapeake off Hampton Roads, Virginia," by 140_1640587 from Granger Art on Demand, showcases an intriguing moment in maritime history. With meticulous detail and vibrant colors, this print transports you back to the era of sailing ships and naval warfare. Add this impressive work of art to your home or office to inspire and educate, or as a thoughtful gift for the history or art enthusiast in your life. Our high-quality poster prints are designed to last and are sure to be a conversation starter. Order yours today and let the story of HMS Leopard and the capture of USS Chesapeake unfold in your space.
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 59.4cm x 39.3cm (23.4" x 15.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing the power dynamics between nations and the harsh reality of impressment. The image depicts Captain S. P. Humphreys of HMS Leopard engaging in the act of impressing four American seamen into British naval service. This incident occurred after the capture of USS Chesapeake off Hampton Roads, Virginia on June 22,1807. The wood engraving, created by Howard Pyle and reproduced in 1884, beautifully portrays this intense scene with intricate details. One can observe the bicorn-wearing English sailors on deck as they carry out their orders under Captain Humphreys' command. The rigging and pulleys add to the authenticity of this maritime setting. Impressment was a practice that involved forcibly recruiting individuals into naval service against their will, often leading to strained relations between countries during times of war. In this case, it highlights tensions between America and Britain during early nineteenth-century conflicts. This powerful visual representation serves as a reminder of historical events that shaped international relations at that time. It offers us an opportunity to reflect upon the sacrifices made by those who were unwillingly pressed into service for their respective nations aboard warships like HMS Leopard or USS Chesapeake
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