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"Off Duty", an "At Home"on Board a Battleship (litho)
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"Off Duty", an "At Home"on Board a Battleship (litho)
1056575 " Off Duty", an " At Home" on Board a Battleship (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Off Duty", an " At Home" on Board a Battleship. Illustration for The Graphic, 14 September 1895.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22636980
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Absent Amusements Anchor At Home Battleship Board Change Company Deck Handkerchiefs Invite Lancers Lying Naval School Off Duty Officers Pacing Partners Quarter Representatives Romping Round Tied Continual Defensive Weapon Denote Infantry Weapon Proves Resorted The Woman
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The captivating lithograph print titled "Off Duty, an At Home on Board a Battleship" takes us back to the year 1895, offering a glimpse into the leisurely moments of naval officers and their fairer counterparts. Created by William Hatherell and now part of a private collection, this artwork originally appeared in The Graphic magazine. In this scene, set against the backdrop of a moonlit night at sea, we witness a gathering on board a battleship. The ship's anchor is tied down as officers and representatives from the Royal Navy enjoy their well-deserved downtime. Lying scattered across the deck are handkerchiefs denoting that these men have momentarily abandoned their duties. Amidst laughter and conversation, naval officers invite ladies to join them for an evening dance. Romping around with joyous abandon, they prove that even in times of war or duty, there is always room for amusement and relaxation. This engraving showcases not only the camaraderie among those serving in the navy but also highlights how women played an important role in providing entertainment during such occasions. It offers us a fascinating insight into life on board battleships during this era when ships were not just instruments of warfare but also served as temporary homes for those who sailed upon them. Through this artwork by Hatherell, we are transported back in time to experience firsthand what it was like to be "Off Duty" yet still "At Home" amidst fellow comrades on board a battleship.
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