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Great voyages of discovery (colour litho)
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Great voyages of discovery (colour litho)
5207733 Great voyages of discovery (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great voyages of discovery. Illustration from Histoire de France (Maison de la Bonne Presse, Paris, c1935).); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "Great Voyages of Discovery" takes us on a visual journey through the remarkable history of exploration and discovery. The color lithograph, created by Joseph Girard in the mid-20th century, showcases key moments from some of the most significant expeditions that shaped our world. The image transports us back to the 15th and 16th centuries when brave explorers set sail in search of new lands and treasures. We see magnificent ships sailing across vast oceans, representing the ambitions and dreams of these intrepid adventurers. From Christopher Columbus aboard his Santa Maria to Bartholomew Diaz, Bartolomeu Dias, Ferdinand Magellan, Vasco da Gama, Francisco Pizarro, Hernan Cortes, and Amerigo Vespucci - all are depicted as they embarked on their monumental journeys. In this artwork's narrative composition, we witness triumphant homecomings alongside heartbreaking scenes such as deathbeds and imprisonment. These voyages were not without sacrifice or danger; however, they forever changed our understanding of geography and expanded European influence across continents. Through this striking print's rich colors and intricate details, we are reminded of the courage it took for these explorers to venture into uncharted territories. Their discoveries opened up new possibilities for trade routes and colonization while shaping the course of history. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we can't help but feel a sense of awe at humanity's relentless pursuit to uncover what lies beyond familiar horizons.
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