Extirpation of the Plagues of Egypt; Destruction of Revolutionary Crocodiles; or The British Hero cleansing Mouth of Nile.
This is the second of a flurry of seven prints that Gillray created in response to Horatio Nelson's stunning victory in what has become known as the Battle of the Nile which took place in Aboukir Bay at the mouth of the Nile from August 1–3, 1798.
Etching on wove, with narrow margins, published 6th October 1798 by H. Humphrey, London. S. 424 × 297mm.
Verso the Hero of the Nile (pictured).
*Please note the frame in the image is not the finished frame and purely an example. On purchase we will discuss framing options and try best to cater to your request. Please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery. Please email peter@phfa.co.uk if you have any questions regarding framing.
Extirpation of the Plagues of Egypt; Destruction of Revolutionary Crocodiles; or The British Hero cleansing Mouth of Nile.
This is the second of a flurry of seven prints that Gillray created in response to Horatio Nelson's stunning victory in what has become known as the Battle of the Nile which took place in Aboukir Bay at the mouth of the Nile from August 1–3, 1798.
Etching on wove, with narrow margins, published 6th October 1798 by H. Humphrey, London. S. 424 × 297mm.
Verso the Hero of the Nile (pictured).
*Please note the frame in the image is not the finished frame and purely an example. On purchase we will discuss framing options and try best to cater to your request. Please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery. Please email peter@phfa.co.uk if you have any questions regarding framing.
