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Captain Morgan defeats Spanish warships blocking the mouth of Lake Maracaibo in 1669
PNP268186 Captain Morgan defeats Spanish warships blocking the mouth of Lake Maracaibo in 1669 (coloured engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: possibly from The Buccaneers of America by John Esquemeling, published 1699 ?; Sir Henry Morgan (c.1635-88); Welsh buccaneer; in foreground, a fireship destroys an enemy vessel; ); Peter Newark Pictures; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23196446
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Ambush Armada Captain Colonies Criminal Criminals Naval Battle Piracy Pirate Pirates Privateer Rogue Shipping Venezuela Spanish Colony
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.9cm (15.6" x 10.6")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 colored engraving captures the thrilling moment when Captain Morgan, the Welsh buccaneer, successfully defeats Spanish warships that were blocking the mouth of Lake Maracaibo in 1669. The image, possibly from John Esquemeling's book "The Buccaneers of America" published in 1699, showcases Sir Henry Morgan's audacious victory against formidable adversaries. In this scene, we witness a dramatic naval battle unfolding on the South American coast. The English School artist skillfully portrays the chaos and intensity of the encounter. In the foreground, a fireship strategically positioned by Captain Morgan wreaks havoc upon an enemy vessel with its destructive flames. This clever maneuver allows him to gain a significant advantage over his opponents. As we delve into this historical print, it becomes evident that piracy was not only rampant but also highly organized during this era. Captain Morgan emerges as a charismatic figure leading his band of criminals-turned-privateers to challenge Spanish colonial dominance in Venezuela. The artwork serves as a testament to both Captain Morgan's cunning tactics and his crew's bravery in defying authority and seizing control of valuable shipping routes along Lake Maracaibo. It encapsulates an important chapter in maritime history where rogues like Captain Morgan played pivotal roles as they clashed with powerful armadas. Overall, this vividly detailed engraving offers us a glimpse into an exhilarating moment when pirates challenged empires and shaped the destiny of nations on distant shores.
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