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Photographic Print : Captain Morgan defeats Spanish warships blocking the mouth of Lake Maracaibo in 1669
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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
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring history to life with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the iconic image of Captain Henry Morgan's victory over Spanish warships in Lake Maracaibo in 1669. This captivating coloured engraving by the English School, PNP268186 from Bridgeman Images, Fine Art Finder, depicts the legendary pirate's daring battle against the formidable Spanish fleet. Add this stunning piece of art to your walls and relive the thrilling tales of pirate lore and naval warfare from the golden age of piracy.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 19cm (11" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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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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