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Merchant ship attacked by Chinese pirates
Chinese pirates attacking a European merchant ship, 1800s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5881710
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Attack Battle Boat British Commerce Dutch East India Company East Indies Indian Ocean Maritime Merchant Merchant Ship Naval Battle Ocean Piracy Pirate Pirate Ship Sailing Ship Sea Battle Ship Spice Spice Trade Trade Bandit Chinese Junk Junk South China Sea Spices Tea Trade
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Merchant Ship Attacked by Chinese Pirates poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage illustration, sourced from North Wind Picture Archives, transports you to the turbulent waters of the 1800s. Witness the intense battle between a European merchant ship and Chinese pirates in this intricately hand-colored woodcut. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office for an authentic and adventurous touch. Experience the thrill of history with every detail in our high-quality poster print."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-colored woodcut print takes us back to the 1800s, a time when European merchant ships faced the perilous threat of Chinese pirates in the vast oceans. The illustration vividly depicts a dramatic scene of an intense battle between a Dutch merchant ship and these audacious bandits. The image showcases the rich heritage and traditions associated with maritime trade during this era. The East India Company, renowned for its involvement in spice and tea trades, is hinted at through subtle references throughout the artwork. As we delve into history, we can imagine how valuable commodities like spices were sought after by merchants from all corners of the globe. The artist skillfully captures every detail - from the majestic sailing ship adorned with flags representing its British origins to the menacing pirate junk closing in on it. This visual narrative transports us to an era where naval battles were fought fiercely over control of lucrative trade routes such as those found in the Indian Ocean and South China Sea. As we gaze upon this vintage masterpiece, let's appreciate not only its artistic value but also reflect on how piracy shaped global commerce during that period. It serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit for wealth and power amidst treacherous waters.
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