Antique Print of Gibraltar Showing the Spanish and English Fleet, 1782

Reference
BG-10372
Date
1782
Region
Europe
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
20.5 x 26.5 cm (8.1 x 10.4 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 430

Antique print titled 'Perspective View of Gibraltar. With the the Disposition of the Spanish Attack, and Relief of the Garrison by the English Fleet under the command of Admiral Darby, 12 April 1781'. View of the island clearly showing the fortifications, during a bombardment, with the Spanish encampments on the left wing of the bay and a few Spanish ships disposed in front, under attack from the British fleet which sails into the bay from the right. This print originates from the 'European Magazine'.

Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Lodge. Published by J. Fielding, J. Sewell and J. Debrett.

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1782 Overall size: 26.5 x 20.5 cm. Image size: 23 x 17 cm.

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