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Christopher Columbus looking at sailing ships

Christopher Columbus (1451 - 1506), Genoese explorer, discovering America. Woodcut, Florence, 1493. Ferdinand II of Aragon points to Columbus in Santa Maria as she approaches land with the Pinta and Nina. Said to be earliest depiction of Columbus

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Media ID 9700873

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1754 Coastline Harbor One Mature Man Only Palm Tree People In The Background Sailing Sailing Boat Sailor Ship Woodcut Christopher Columbus

31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 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 31x27 inches (787x685mm). 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 56.7cm x 59.9cm (22.3" x 23.6")

Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This woodcut print from 1493 captures the historic moment when Christopher Columbus, the renowned Genoese explorer, first laid eyes on the sailing ships that would lead him to discover America. Standing tall and resolute on the deck of Santa Maria, Columbus gazes out at the vast expanse of water before him, his eyes filled with a mix of anticipation and determination. Beside him stands Ferdinand II of Aragon, pointing towards land as they approach their destination. The Pinta and Nina sail alongside Santa Maria in perfect harmony, their masts reaching for the sky against a backdrop of clear blue waters. This remarkable artwork is said to be one of the earliest depictions of Columbus himself. The scene is set in a picturesque bay with palm trees swaying gently in the breeze along the coastline. As we focus on Columbus' figure dominating this square image, we catch glimpses of other people in the background - sailors going about their duties and perhaps even indigenous people observing this monumental event from afar. This woodcut print not only commemorates an important chapter in history but also serves as a testament to human curiosity and exploration. It transports us back to a time when uncharted territories beckoned adventurers like Columbus to embark on perilous journeys across unknown seas. Through this artwork's intricate details and masterful execution, we are reminded once again of our enduring fascination with discovery and our relentless pursuit to uncover new horizons.

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