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Map of Smerwick, Ireland, showing the English earthwork with two guns for attacking the Spanish fort and English soldiers marching out of Castell More, 1580 (paper, linen)
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Map of Smerwick, Ireland, showing the English earthwork with two guns for attacking the Spanish fort and English soldiers marching out of Castell More, 1580 (paper, linen)
7339829 Map of Smerwick, Ireland, showing the English earthwork with two guns for attacking the Spanish fort and English soldiers marching out of Castell More, 1580 (paper, linen) by Unknown Artist, (16th century); 52x33.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: unknown
From volume eight, Maps of Ireland, of the Dartmouth collection of maps and plans, compiled for or by George Legge, Master General of the Ordnance.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38177084
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
C16h Cartography Fort Ireland Irish
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print of the Map of Smerwick, Ireland offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. The detailed depiction showcases the English earthwork with two guns strategically positioned to attack the Spanish fort, while English soldiers can be seen marching out of Castell More in 1580.
The artist's intricate rendering brings to life the tension and military strategy at play during this time period. The map is not just a geographical representation, but a historical document that tells a story of conflict and power dynamics between nations.
As we study this image, we are transported back to the 16th century when England and Spain were locked in fierce competition for dominance. The presence of soldiers marching out of Castell More hints at the impending clash between these two formidable forces.
This piece from the Dartmouth collection of maps and plans is a valuable addition to any art collection or historical archive. It serves as a reminder of how art can serve as both an aesthetic pleasure and a window into our past.
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