The Arethusa Frigate scudding under Foresail in a storm, with a view of Plymouth, and Maker Church at a distance

A bow quarter view of 'Arethusa' in high winds and very choppy seas, with Plymouth in the background and the church in Maker also visible. Technique includes engraving. This particular print was published in Dublin by William Allen. The image was also prints by Carrington Bowles as part of the book "Twelve Views of His Majesty's Ships, in Different Situations" (PAD7563).

Object Details

ID: PAD7591
Type: Print
Display location: Not on display
Creator: William Allen
Vessels: Arethusa (1781)
Date made: 1781
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: 162 mm x 260 mm
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