An English Ship in Action with Barbary Vessels

Published in January 6th, 2009
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A single English ship on the left battles with a ‘Barbary’ ship, and two galleys on the right, the nearest of which is sinking. Smoke fills the sky and the gunfire is reflected in the sea, illuminating the sails of the ships and their flags. A highly aesthetic rendering of the popular and ‘exotic’ subject, [...]

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Italianate Harbour Scene with the Monument of Ferdinand I de’ Medici at Leghorn

Published in January 6th, 2009
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In this largely imaginary view of Leghorn, where tall ships tower over a quay, an elegant lady on a white horse is about to depart. Three figures, gesturing theatrically, are also conversing or haggling over business. On the quay is a statue of Ferdinand I de’ Medici, who made Leghorn a free port. The monument, [...]

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