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The British Fleet at Anchor off St Lucia, 1778

Dominic Serres, 1780

View of the English Squadron commanded by Admiral Barrington and transports in the Cul de Sac (St. Lucia).... December 16th 1778. Commemorates Admiral Barrington's capture of this strategically significant West Indian island in the American War.

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Title of artwork, date

The British Fleet at Anchor off St Lucia, 1778, 1780

Date supported

2001

Medium and material

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

108 x 184 cm

Grant

21000

Total cost

140000

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