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First Landing of Columbus on the Shores of the New World, 1892 (colour lithograph)
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First Landing of Columbus on the Shores of the New World, 1892 (colour lithograph)
3704176 First Landing of Columbus on the Shores of the New World, 1892 (colour lithograph)
by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; (add.info.: After Discoro Teofilodela Puebla Tolin (1832-1901)
At San Salvador, October 12th 1492, known by the locals as Guanahani, is an island and district of the Bahamas. It is widely believed that during Columbus first expedition to the New World, San Salvador Island was the first land he sighted so named it San Salvador after Christ the Saviour.
); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22971508
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1492 Adventurer Age Of Discovery Age Of Exploration Christopher Columbus Columbus Cristobal Colon Discoverer Land Navigator New World Sails Voyage Voyager Guanahani Monks Religious Orders
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This vibrant and historically significant lithograph captures the momentous event of Christopher Columbus's first landing on the shores of the New World. Created in 1892 by Currier and Ives, renowned American printmakers, this artwork showcases their mastery of color and detail. The scene depicts Columbus, adorned in armor with a sword at his side, stepping onto the sandy beach of San Salvador Island on October 12th, 1492. The native inhabitants curiously observe him from a distance as he plants his flag to claim this newfound land for Europe. The artist Discoro Teofilodela Puebla Tolin skillfully portrays the excitement and wonderment that must have filled Columbus's crew upon reaching these uncharted territories. The sails of their ship billow in the wind while priests offer prayers to commemorate this historic moment. San Salvador Island, known locally as Guanahani, became forever etched in history as the place where European exploration met the vast expanse of America. This lithograph serves as a visual testament to Columbus's courage and determination during an era known as the Age of Discovery. Displayed at Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, CT, USA, this artwork not only celebrates an important historical event but also pays homage to Currier and Ives' contribution to American artistry. It serves as a reminder of our collective past and invites viewers to reflect on how exploration has shaped our world today.
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