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The Battle of Gibraltar, between the Dutch and Spanish Fleets, 25th April 1607
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The Battle of Gibraltar, between the Dutch and Spanish Fleets, 25th April 1607
827731 The Battle of Gibraltar, between the Dutch and Spanish Fleets, 25th April 1607, 1639 (oil on canvas) by Willaerts, Adam (1577-1669); 80.7x123.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Gibraltar, between the Dutch and Spanish Fleets, 25th April 1607. Dutch fleet of 26 warships was led by Jacob van Heemskerk. Spanish fleet of 21 ships, including 10 galleons, was led by Don Juan ulvarez de uvila. Following the destruction of the Spanish ships, the Dutch deployed boats and killed hundreds of swimming Spanish sailors. The Dutch lost 100 men including admiral Van Heemskerk and 60 wounded. Most or all of the Spanish ships were lost and between 3500 and 4000 Spaniards killed or captured. ulvarez de uvila was amongst the dead.); Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22739768
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
1600s 1607 1630s 1639 Air Pollution Artist Dutch Baroque Era Black Smoke Dutch Art Dutch Artist Early Seventeenth Century Elevated Elevated View Enemies Environmental Concern Environmental Issue Fighter Fleet Gibraltar Headland Nautical Netherlandish Artist Old Master Paintings Pollution Rowboat Rowing Boat Sail Boat Sailboat Sailing Boat Sailing Vessel Seaward Strife View To Sea Adam Willaerts Early 17th Century
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The Battle of Gibraltar, between the Dutch and Spanish Fleets, 25th April 1607
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the intense naval battle that took place off the coast of Gibraltar on April 25th, 1607. Painted by renowned Netherlandish artist Adam Willaerts in 1639, this oil on canvas masterpiece depicts the fierce clash between the Dutch and Spanish fleets. Led by Jacob van Heemskerk, the Dutch fleet consisting of 26 warships engaged in a deadly confrontation with Don Juan Alvarez de Ulvila's Spanish fleet of 21 ships, including formidable galleons. The outcome was devastating for Spain as their ships were destroyed and thousands of sailors lost their lives or were captured. In this artwork, we witness the aftermath of this brutal encounter. The Dutch boats are seen deployed amidst black smoke rising from burning Spanish vessels. Amidst all this chaos lies an environmental concern - air pollution caused by warfare. The elevated view showcases both land and sea; we see the picturesque coastline of Gibraltar serving as a backdrop to this dramatic scene. Men can be seen rowing boats towards swimming survivors while others stand tall on their sailing vessels surveying the victory they have achieved. Willaerts' attention to detail brings forth not only a historical event but also highlights themes such as conflict, bravery, and triumph over adversity. This painting serves as a testament to European maritime power during the early seventeenth century and stands as an important piece within Baroque art movement. (Photo credit: Bridgeman Images)
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