Fine 1779 Battle of Flamborough & USS Bonhomme Richard Oil Painting by Orlinski

Description

Poland's Anna and Andy Orlinski are known the world ever for their historic maritime paintings boasting astounding detail and Fire. In this monumental work, depicted is the USS Bonhomme Richard captained by John Paul Jones and the HMS Serapis in the four hour battle that saw Jones defy surrender and defeat by lashing two ships together and with his greater numbers in crew forced the British captain to surrender. The Bonhomme Richard though shattered, on fire and leaking badly, sank 36 hours later.
The Battle of Flamborough Head was a naval battle that took place on 23 September 1779 in the North Sea off the coast of Yorkshire between a combined Franco-American squadron, led by Continental Navy officer John Paul Jones, and two British escort vessels protecting a large merchant convoy.
USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6) is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship, and the third ship of the United States Navy to bear the name.
This marvelous oil painting measures 30" x 40" and is magnificently custom framed to 40" x 50" golden frame,
with the signature of the artists on the lower left section.
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