Gezicht op de Baai van Aboukir in de Nijl met de Britse vloot onder leiding van de schepen Goliath en Zealous, 1 augustus 1798 1800 - 1812
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aged paper
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homemade paper
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photo restoration
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parchment
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light coloured
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white palette
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old-timey
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golden font
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historical font
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columned text
"Gezicht op de Baai van Aboukir in de Nijl met de Britse vloot onder leiding van de schepen Goliath en Zealous, 1 augustus 1798," is a 19th-century print depicting the British naval victory at the Battle of the Nile. Created by William Ellis between 1800 and 1812, the artwork portrays the dramatic scene of the British fleet engaging the French ships in the Bay of Aboukir. The composition focuses on the ships, with a detailed portrayal of the "Goliath" and "Zealous" leading the British attack. The print is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcasing the historical significance of this crucial naval battle.
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