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Balboa sets out on the Pacific
Vasco nunez de Balboa prepares to embark on the pacific, standing on the beach as row boats are prepared. Date: 1516
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Balboa Embark Explorer Exploring Pacific Prepare Rowing Vasco Voyage
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and adventure of the New World with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of Vasco Nunez de Balboa setting out on the Pacific Ocean. This breathtaking image, dated 1516, captures the moment of determination and discovery as Balboa and his crew prepare to embark on their historic journey from the shores of the New World. With stunning detail and vibrant colors, this print is a must-have for history buffs, art enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and wonder of the past. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative image from 1516, the intrepid explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa (1475-1519) sets out on his historic journey to explore the Pacific Ocean. Balboa, dressed in armor and wearing a helmet, stands confidently on the sandy beach, gazing out at the vast expanse of water before him. Behind him, a group of soldiers and sailors prepare row boats, readying them for the arduous voyage. The sun sets in the background, casting a warm glow over the scene, as the first waves lap at the shore. Balboa, a Spanish conquistador and explorer, had already made history by becoming the first European to cross the Isthmus of Panama and reach the Pacific Ocean in 1513. But his thirst for discovery was far from quenched. Determined to explore the newfound sea, he gathered a crew and set out on this daring expedition. The Pacific Ocean, shrouded in mystery and legend, held the promise of new lands, riches, and adventures beyond imagination. Balboa and his men faced many challenges on their journey, including treacherous waters, unfamiliar terrain, and hostile natives. But their determination and courage carried them forward, paving the way for further exploration and discovery. This photograph, a captivating snapshot of history, transports us back to a time when the world was still a vast, unexplored frontier. It serves as a reminder of the human spirit's insatiable curiosity and the incredible feats that can be achieved when we dare to venture into the unknown.
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