A series of four views, to illustrate the naval action fought on the first day of June, 1813, between the English frigate Shannon, and the American frigate Chesapeake / lithographed by Mr. L. Haghe, from very accurate paintings executed by J.C. Schetky, Esq. under the inspection of Captain R.H. King, R.N. ; accompanied by a description of the plates, and a general account of the engagement.
Published / Created:
London : Published by Smith, Elder, and Co., 65 Cornhill, 1830.
Physical Description:
4 prints, 1 leaf of letterpress in 1 volume : lithographs ; 48 x 64 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Public Domain
Related Content:
View a selection of digital images in the Yale Center for British Art's online catalogue
https://collections.britishart.yale.edu/catalog/orbis:6069345
Classification:
Prints
Notes:
BEIN 2002 Folio 71: Original wrappers. Bookplate of Paul Mellon.
Subject Terms:
Shannon (Frigate : 1813) | Chesapeake (Frigate) | United States -- History -- War of 1812. | Mellon, Paul -- Bookplate. | King, R. H. -- Presentation inscription.