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The Battle of Lepanto, 1622 (oil on copper)
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The Battle of Lepanto, 1622 (oil on copper)
3087462 The Battle of Lepanto, 1622 (oil on copper) by Eertvelt, Andries van (1590-1652) (circle of); 44.4x70.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Lepanto, 7 October 1571, in which a fleet of the Holy League, a coalition of European Catholic maritime states arranged by Pope Pius V, led by Spanish admiral Don Juan of Austria, defeated the fleet of the Ottoman Empire in the Gulf of Corinth.); Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22230774
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This print showcases "The Battle of Lepanto, 1622" by Andries van Eertvelt. Painted on copper, this masterpiece measures 44.4x70.8 cm and is held in a private collection. The artwork depicts the historic Battle of Lepanto that took place on October 7,1571. In this battle, a coalition of European Catholic maritime states known as the Holy League fought against the Ottoman Empire in the Gulf of Corinth. Led by Spanish admiral Don Juan of Austria and arranged by Pope Pius V, the Holy League emerged victorious after defeating the Ottoman fleet. The painting captures the intensity and chaos of naval warfare with its depiction of ships engulfed in smoke and rowing towards each other amidst turbulent seascape. It offers a glimpse into the bravery and determination displayed by sailors from both sides during this significant conflict. "The Battle of Lepanto" serves as a testament to historical events that shaped Europe's maritime history and highlights themes such as warfare, shipping, navy power, and international conflicts between empires. Bridgeman Images has beautifully captured this exceptional artwork through their photography expertise while preserving its essence for art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate.
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