Antique Print of Cape Espiritu Santo, Samar Island, 1749

About the Item

Antique print titled 'Gezigt van de Kaap Espiritu Santo, op Samal (..) - Vue du Cap Espiritu Santo, dans l'ile de Samal (..)'. Original antique print with a view of Cape Espiritu Santo, the northeastern point of the Northern Samar and the northernmost point of Samar Island. It was named Cabo Espiritu Santo by early European explorers, since it was discovered on the Feast of the Holy Spirit. This is where Anson captured the Acapulco Galleon, the Nuestra Senora de Cavadonga, the Prize of all the Oceans. After a 90 minute action, the Spanish Cavadonga struck her colours, and Captain Saumarez boarded her. On board was 1,313,843 gold pieces of eight, and 35,682 ozs of virgin silver. The treasure was transferred to The Centurion over the next three days. They then set sail for Macau. They reprovisioned, sold the Manila Galleon, and set sail for home, reaching Spithead on June 15, 1744, three years and nine months after they first embarked on this voyage. Anson was feted up and down the country, and his treasure paraded through the streets of London in twenty-six wagonloads of gold and silver. This print originates from 'Reize rondsom de Werreld (..)' by George Anson, published 1749. Artists and Engravers: Admiral of the Fleet George Anson, 1st Baron Anson, PC, FRS (23 April 1697 – 6 June 1762) was a Royal Navy officer. Condition: Good, original folding lines. General age-related toning, minor wear. Blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1749 Overall size: 41 x 26.5 cm. Image size: 36 x 21 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.

Dimensions:

Height: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1749

Condition:

Condition: Good, original folding lines. General age-related toning, minor wear. Blank verso. Please study image carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL