Canvas Print : French burn a Cuban town
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French burn a Cuban town
The French occupy the Spanish-held town of Chiorera (Chorrera) in Cuba, pillage it and finally destroy it by fire, because of the perfidy of its inhabitants. They load up their ship in the harbour with Spanish booty and leave
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Media ID 574524
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1550 Booty Burn Burning Cuba Cuban Held Indies Loading Loot Pillage Sack
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "French Burn a Cuban Town" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring this evocative image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the historical moment as the French army occupies the Spanish-held town of Chiorera (Chorrera) in Cuba, and the townspeople's perfidy leads to its devastating destruction by fire. This captivating print brings history to life with rich colors and intricate details, sure to make a powerful statement in any room. The high-quality canvas material adds a touch of elegance and sophistication, while the vibrant image transports you back in time. Add this masterpiece to your collection and relive the drama of the past.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the aftermath of the French occupation and subsequent destruction of the Spanish-held town of Chiorera (Chorrera), Cuba, in the late 16th century. The French, seeking revenge for perceived betrayals and driven by greed, laid siege to the town and, upon its capture, unleashed a wave of pillage and plunder. The once vibrant and prosperous community was reduced to smoldering ruins, as the French looted and loaded their ships with Spanish booty. The exact year of this event is believed to be around 1550, during the era of the Spanish Indies. The town, located on the western coast of Cuba, had been a valuable prize for both the Spanish and the French, who vied for control of the lucrative trade routes in the region. The inhabitants of Chiorera, caught in the crossfire of this geopolitical struggle, were accused of perfidy and treachery by the French. In response, the town was sacked, and its people were left to suffer the consequences of their supposed disloyalty. The image presents a stark contrast between the bustling harbor, filled with ships and the chaos of the burning town in the background. The French soldiers, clad in armor and wielding weapons, can be seen loading the ships with the spoils of war. The smoke rising from the town signifies the destruction that has taken place, while the calm waters of the harbor hint at the contrasting tranquility that the French sought to restore. This historical event serves as a reminder of the complex and often brutal power struggles that shaped the early modern world, as European powers vied for control of the New World and its resources.
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