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Premium Framed Print : Bridport off L Orient, c1796. Artist: Robert Dodd
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Bridport off L Orient, c1796. Artist: Robert Dodd
Bridport off L Orient, c1796. On 23 June 1795, the British fleet under the command of Admiral Alexander Hood, 1st Viscount Bridport (1726-1814) engaged with the French fleet under Louis Thomas Villaret-Joyeuse near the Ile de Groix, off Lorient in southern Brittany. The outcome of the battle was inconclusive although Hood did succeed in capturing three enemy ships. From Old Naval Prints, by Charles N. Robinson & Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1924]
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Alexander Atlantic Ocean Bridport Broadside Dodd Firing Fleet French Revolutionary Wars Georgian Hood Naval Battle Ocean Robert Dodd Royal Navy Sea Battle Viscount Alexander Hood Naval Warfare Warship
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" 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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Bridport off L Orient, c1796
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is a captivating print that depicts a significant naval battle between the British and French fleets during the late 18th century. Painted by Robert Dodd, this artwork showcases the intense confrontation that took place near the Ile de Groix, off Lorient in southern Brittany. On 23 June 1795, Admiral Alexander Hood led his British fleet against Louis Thomas Villaret-Joyeuse's French fleet in a fierce struggle for dominance. The outcome of this historic battle remains inconclusive; however, Hood managed to seize three enemy ships amidst the chaos and turmoil. This monochrome engraving transports us back to an era when naval warfare was at its peak. It captures the essence of war on water with its detailed depiction of sailing ships engaged in combat. The imagery adds depth and intensity to the scene, emphasizing every firing cannon and billowing sail. The print serves as a reminder of Britain's maritime prowess during this period and highlights the strategic importance of controlling key geographical features such as Lorient. It also pays tribute to Admiral Alexander Hood, who played a crucial role in defending his country's interests at sea. With its historical significance and artistic brilliance, "Bridport off L Orient" is not just a visual masterpiece but also an invaluable record of one of history's most dramatic naval battles.
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