The action between the Serapis and Bon Homme Richard Sept.r 23.rd 1779 [engraving]

The action between the Serapis and Bon Homme Richard Sept.r 23.rd 1779 [engraving]

Philad'a R. Whitechurch ca. 1855

1 print ; on sheet 66 x 90 cm. matted 77 x 101 cm.

P&E L2000F171ff

A dramatic scene against the night sky with the moon passing through the clouds, shows the battle between the two ships. The Serapis is burning while other ships in the background join in the battle. A single lighthouse on the rocky shoreline to the right casts its solitary beam toward the battle.

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