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Before the Glorious First of June, c1795. Artist: Robert Dodd
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Before the Glorious First of June, c1795. Artist: Robert Dodd
Before the Glorious First of June, c1795. The British fleet on the evening of 29 May 1794, the night before the battle known as The Glorious First of June. The battle was the first and largest major naval engagement between Britain and France during the French Revolutionary Wars. The British fleet, commanded by Admiral Lord Howe, defeated the French under Louis-Thomas Villaret de Joyeuse, 400 nautical miles west of Ushant, Brittany. From Old Naval Prints, by Charles N. Robinson & Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1924]
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This print captures the scene before the momentous battle known as "The Glorious First of June" in 1794. Painted by Robert Dodd, it depicts the British fleet on the evening of May 29th, just a night before their clash with the French during the French Revolutionary Wars. The image showcases a vast expanse of ocean, symbolizing both freedom and uncertainty. Led by Admiral Lord Howe, the formidable British fleet emerged victorious against Louis-Thomas Villaret de Joyeuse's French forces. This historic naval engagement took place approximately 400 nautical miles west of Ushant, Brittany in the Atlantic Ocean. In this monochrome artwork, Dodd masterfully portrays an atmosphere charged with anticipation and tension. The sailing ships stand tall against crashing waves as they prepare for battle. Each vessel represents Britain's determination to protect its interests and maintain dominance at sea during this turbulent period. The aquatint technique used in this print adds depth and texture to every detail captured by Dodd's skilled hand. It serves as a testament to his talent and dedication to preserving significant moments in history through art. As we gaze upon this black-and-white masterpiece from Old Naval Prints collection, we are transported back to that fateful night when two great powers clashed on open waters—a reminder of bravery, strategy, and sacrifice that shaped our world today.
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