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Festung Gross-Friedrichsburg / Fortress Gross-Friedrichsburg (colour litho)
8666147 Festung Gross-Friedrichsburg / Fortress Gross-Friedrichsburg (colour litho) by Christophe (Colomb, Georges) (1856-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Festung Gross-Friedrichsburg. Den ersten Kolonialbesitz des Brandenburgisch-Preussischen Staates begrundete der Grosse Kurfurst. In seinem Auftrage erwarb Major v d Groeben Land an der afrikanischen Guineakuste, hisste hier die brandenburgische Flagge und legte die Festung Gross-Friedrichsburg an. Leider wurden diese Besitzungen schon 1717 an die westindische Kompagnie veraussert. Translation: Fortress Gross-Friedrichsburg. The Great Elector founded the first colonial possessions of the Brandenburg-Prussian state. On his behalf, Major v d Groeben acquired land on the African coast of Guinea, hoisted the Brandenburg flag here and built the fortress of Gross-Friedrichsburg. Unfortunately, these possessions were already sold to the West India Company in 1717. Illustration for Deutsche Kulturbilder, 1400-1900 (Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Hamburg-Bahrenfeld, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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This stunning colour lithograph captures the historical significance of Festung Gross-Friedrichsburg, also known as Fortress Gross-Friedrichsburg. Built on the African coast of Guinea by Major v d Groeben under the orders of the Great Elector, this fortress marked Brandenburg-Prussian's first colonial possession.
The image showcases the grandeur and strategic importance of this fortress, which played a crucial role in expanding Brandenburg-Prussian influence in Africa. The detailed architecture and design of Festung Gross-Friedrichsburg are beautifully depicted in vibrant colours, bringing to life its rich history and cultural significance.
Despite its initial success, Festung Gross-Friedrichsburg was eventually sold to the West India Company in 1717, marking the end of Brandenburg-Prussian's colonial presence in Africa. This print serves as a visual reminder of a pivotal moment in history when European powers sought to establish colonies across the globe.
Displayed in private collections, this lithograph is not just a work of art but also a valuable historical document that sheds light on Germany's colonial past. It invites viewers to reflect on the complexities and consequences of colonization while appreciating the beauty and craftsmanship captured in this timeless piece.
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