Framed Print : American Privateer / 1776
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American Privateer / 1776
An American privateer captures a British vessel
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Media ID 618341
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1776 Captures Pirates Privateer
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "American Privateer / 1776" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historical masterpiece transports you back in time to the height of the American Revolution, as an American privateer boldly seizes a British vessel on the open sea. The intricate details of the sailors, their determined expressions, and the billowing sails create a vivid scene of the fierce battles that shaped our nation's history. Add this stunning framed print to your home or office to evoke a sense of adventure, courage, and the indomitable spirit of the American people. Perfect for history enthusiasts, maritime aficionados, or anyone who appreciates the beauty and storytelling power of art. Bring a piece of the past into your present with the "American Privateer / 1776" framed print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
A Moment of Triumph - An American Privateer Seizes a British Vessel in 1776
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the spirit of the American Revolution as a brave privateer, clad in the distinctive blue and buff uniform of the Continental Army, stands triumphantly on the deck of his prize: a captured British vessel. The privateer, his face etched with determination and resolve, raises a hand in a gesture of victory as his crew, dressed in various stages of battle readiness, look on with a mix of excitement and relief. The year is 1776, and the American Revolution is in full swing. Privateers, authorized by the Continental Congress to raid British merchant ships and seize their cargo, played a crucial role in the war effort by weakening the British economy and providing much-needed supplies to the American forces. This daring act of maritime warfare was a dangerous and lucrative endeavor, with privateers often facing formidable opposition from the well-equipped and experienced British Navy. The American privateer in this print, his eyes fixed on the horizon, embodies the courage and determination of the men who risked their lives to defend their new nation. The captured British vessel, its sails lowered and its cannons silenced, serves as a testament to the ingenuity and tenacity of the American forces. The waters around them, churning with the waves, reflect the uncertainty and turmoil of the time, as the course of history hung in the balance. This powerful image, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of revolution and upheaval, when the fate of a nation was decided on the high seas. It is a reminder of the pivotal role that privateers played in the American Revolution and the indomitable spirit of the men who fought for their freedom and their country.
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