Home > Animals > Fishes > R > Red Grouper
Surrender of the 'Ville de Paris' at the Battle of The Saints, 12 April 1782, 1783 (oil on canvas)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Surrender of the 'Ville de Paris' at the Battle of The Saints, 12 April 1782, 1783 (oil on canvas)
7337670 Surrender of the 'Ville de Paris' at the Battle of The Saints, 12 April 1782, 1783 (oil on canvas) by Whitcombe, Thomas (1760-1824); 76.6x123 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Thomas Whitcombe
The Saints are a group of small islets in the West Indies between Guadeloupe and Dominica. They gave their name to the final sea battle of the War of American Independence, 1775-1783, which was fought under their lee between the British West Indies fleet commanded by Admiral Sir George Rodney, with 36 ships of the line, and his French counterpart, Vice-Admiral the Comte de Grasse with 30 ships of the line. The painting shows the 'Barfleur' in action in the centre, pouring a broadside from her starboard guns into the stricken French flagship, 'Ville de Paris'. The latter is to the right, striking her colours, with both ships in starboard-quarter view. 'Barfleur' flies the red distinguishing flag of Rear-Admiral Sir Samuel Hood at the mizzen, a red ensign at the stern, and a red signal flag at the fore.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38175884
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
American Revolution American Revolution (1775 1783) American Revolutionary War American Revolutionary War (1775 1783) American War Of Independence Amerikanischer Unabhangigkeitstag Art (fine Art) Battleship Caribbean Marines Maritime Force Naval Battle Naval Force Naval Infantry Oil (painting) Oil On Wood Sail Boat Sail Boats Sailboat Sailboats Sailing Boat Sailing Ship Sailing Vessel See Battle Ships Sail War Of Independance For America War Of Independence (a) War Ship Warship Warships
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Fishes
> R
> Red Grouper
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Thomas Hood
> Arts
> Artists
> I
> Samuel Ireland
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> Thomas Whitcombe
> Europe
> France
> Sport
> Sailing
> Europe
> Republic of Ireland
> Paintings
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Art
> Paintings
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> Greenwich
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Museums
> British Museum
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Dominic Serres
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Thomas Whitcombe
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning oil on canvas print captures the dramatic moment of the Surrender of the 'Ville de Paris' at the Battle of The Saints on 12 April 1782. Painted by Thomas Whitcombe, this historical artwork showcases the intense naval battle between British and French fleets during the War of American Independence.
The scene depicts Admiral Sir George Rodney's British West Indies fleet engaging with Vice-Admiral Comte de Grasse's French fleet near the small islets known as The Saints in the West Indies. In the center of the painting, the British ship 'Barfleur' can be seen unleashing a powerful broadside attack on the stricken French flagship, 'Ville de Paris', which is shown surrendering by striking her colors.
The attention to detail in this artwork is truly remarkable, from the billowing smoke and cannon fire to the intricate flags flying from each ship. The sense of action and tension captured by Whitcombe brings this historic moment to life for viewers, allowing them to imagine themselves witnessing this pivotal event firsthand.
Displayed at London's National Maritime Museum, this print serves as a reminder of both the bravery and sacrifice displayed by sailors on both sides during one of history's most significant naval battles.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
