{"product_id":"matte-framed-engraved-printers-proof-topsail-schooners-in-rough-waters","title":"Engraved Printers Proof Topsail Schooners in Rough Waters Matte Framed","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved Printers Proof, Topsail Schooners in Rough Waters, Matte Framed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe name “Schooner” first appeared in eastern North America in the early 1700s. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe origins of Schooner-Rigged Vessels are somewhat obscure, but there is evidence of them from the early 17th century in paintings by Dutch marine artists. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe earliest known illustration of a Schooner depicts a yacht owned by the mayors of Amsterdam, drawn by the Dutch artist Rool and dated 1600. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLater examples show Schooners in Amsterdam in 1638 and New Amsterdam (now New York) in 1627. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy the end of the 17th century, Schooner rigs were common in England and Holland. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn fast hulls, good windward ability made Schooners useful for these roles. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese were often Schooners, designed for the conveyance of passengers and goods. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoted for their quick passage, they transported perishable cargo on routes like the Azores to Britain. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchooners worked the Grand Banks of Newfoundland and were highly regarded. The ease of handling in confined waters and smaller crew requirements made Schooners common in the 19th century. Some Schooners operated on deep-sea routes. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eImagine those old Two-Mast Schooners battling rough waters, picture their graceful lines, efficient rigging, and the thrill of adventure on the high seas! This featured picture is an Engraved Print with a Matte finish.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Code - VIS18A124809HWA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth: 10'' Height: 8'' Depth: 1\/8'' \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight: 110.0 g \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight with Packaging: 350.0 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43985803477248,"sku":"VIS18A124809HWA","price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1191\/7728\/files\/DSC_0574.jpg?v=1775411962","url":"https:\/\/www.roadshowcollectibles.ca\/products\/matte-framed-engraved-printers-proof-topsail-schooners-in-rough-waters","provider":"Roadshow Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}