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Pirates attempting to foil a US Navy ship by posing as an innocent merchant vessel
PNP261482 Pirates attempting to foil a US Navy ship by posing as an innocent merchant vessel (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: dressing up as women; ); Peter Newark Historical Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22949266
© Peter Newark Historical Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Activity Brigand Buccaneer Concealing Contraband Corrupt Criminal Criminals Deck Disguise Hiding Identity Illegal Illusion Mast Outlaw Piracy Pirate Rogue Rogues Sails
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In this 19th-century lithograph, we witness a daring attempt by pirates to outsmart a US Navy ship. The scene unfolds as the pirates cleverly disguise themselves as an innocent merchant vessel, their true intentions concealed beneath an illusion of innocence. As the American School artist masterfully captures, these cunning rogues have gone to great lengths to deceive their pursuers. Dressed in women's clothing and assuming the guise of law-abiding sailors, they navigate the deck with calculated precision. Their sails billow innocently in the wind, further perpetuating their deceptive charade. The print serves as a stark reminder of the criminal underworld that plagued maritime trade during this era. These buccaneers were no ordinary criminals; they were skilled brigands adept at concealing contraband and engaging in illegal piracy activities. Yet amidst their elaborate disguise and corrupt intentions, there is an undeniable sense of danger lurking within each stroke of color on this lithograph. The tension between good and evil is palpable as both sides vie for control over the vast expanse of open sea. This intriguing piece from Peter Newark Historical Pictures invites us into a world where identities are hidden, and illicit pursuits reign supreme. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity – both for those who sought to foil authority and those tasked with maintaining order on treacherous waters.
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