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The Merchants Of Calicut, India, Held As Hostages By Vasco Da Gama During His Voyage In 1498. From The Great Explorers Columbus And Vasco Da Gama
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Media ID 18192828
© Ken Welsh / Design Pics
15th Exploration Explorer Fifteenth India Indian Merchant Merchants Prisoner Prisoners Vasco Voyage Calicut Gama Hostage Hostages
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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This print titled "The Merchants of Calicut, India, Held as Hostages by Vasco da Gama during His Voyage in 1498" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image captures the intense emotions and tension that must have filled the air during this encounter between Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama and the merchants of Calicut. In 1498, da Gama embarked on his groundbreaking voyage to find a direct sea route from Europe to India. However, upon reaching Calicut, he faced resistance from local traders who were wary of foreign influences. Determined to establish dominance and secure favorable trade agreements, da Gama resorted to holding these merchants hostage. The photograph beautifully conveys the despair and uncertainty etched on their faces as they find themselves caught in an unfamiliar predicament. Their traditional attire reflects their rich Indian heritage while serving as a stark contrast against the backdrop of European exploration. Ken Welsh's masterful composition not only transports us back five centuries but also prompts contemplation about the consequences and complexities inherent in historical expeditions. It serves as a poignant reminder that exploration often comes at great cost for those directly affected by it. "The Merchants of Calicut" is not just an ordinary photo print; it is a visual time capsule that invites viewers to delve into one of history's most pivotal moments – when cultures collided amidst aspirations for power and discovery.
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