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Sir Andrew Woods Victory, illustration from The Sea by F. Whymper (litho)
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Sir Andrew Woods Victory, illustration from The Sea by F. Whymper (litho)
LLM437717 Sir Andrew Woods Victory, illustration from The Sea by F. Whymper (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Andrew Wood of Largo (d.1515) was a Scottish sea captain; he became Lord High Admiral of Scotland and was knighted in c.1495; by 1489 he owned the Flower and the Yellow Carvel, both fighting ships, which fought and captured five English ships offshore, near Dunbar; he was also the first Captain of James IVs Carrack, the Great Michael; ); © Look and Learn
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Sir Andrew Wood's Victory - A Glimpse into Scottish Naval Power
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. This print showcases an illustration from "The Sea" by F. Whymper, depicting the legendary Sir Andrew Wood of Largo and his momentous victory at sea. As a renowned Scottish sea captain, Sir Andrew Wood rose to prominence as the Lord High Admiral of Scotland during the 15th century. In this artwork, we witness the grandeur of naval warfare as two mighty galleons engage in a fierce battle amidst billowing gunsmoke. Sir Andrew Wood's ships, the Flower and the Yellow Carvel, valiantly confront five English vessels near Dunbar. This triumph not only solidified his reputation but also marked him as one of Scotland's greatest maritime heroes. Notably, Sir Andrew Wood was appointed as the first Captain of James IV's Carrack, known as the Great Michael – a testament to his exceptional leadership skills and strategic prowess on open waters. This finely detailed lithograph transports us back in time to an era when conflicts between nations were fought upon vast oceans. The engraving skillfully captures every detail of this intense naval engagement while highlighting both Scottish and English naval forces. As we admire this historical masterpiece from Fine Art Finder, let us appreciate Sir Andrew Wood's indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to protecting Scotland's shores against foreign adversaries.
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