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From Under the Sea, 1864 (oil on canvas)
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From Under the Sea, 1864 (oil on canvas)
940203 From Under the Sea, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Hook, James Clarke (1819-1907); 108.2x82.6 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: This painting shows the mine at Botallack, near St Just,
where nine men and a boy had been killed in 1863.
The men's heads are portraits of real Cornish miners.
From Under the Sea reflects typical Victorian themes.
Family unity is celebrated in the delivery of a meal
by a miner's dutiful wife and children.
The nobility of manual work is also emphasised
through Hook's heroic figure composition.
Hook addressed a growing urban market for seascapes;
his coastal views became known as Hookscapes'. ); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32133654
© Manchester Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
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From Under the Sea, 1864 - A Glimpse into Victorian Life
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. This print showcases James Clarke Hook's masterpiece, "From Under the Sea" an oil on canvas painting from 1864. The artwork, housed in Manchester Art Gallery, UK, transports us to the mine at Botallack near St Just. It serves as a poignant reminder of a tragic event that occurred in 1863 when nine men and a young boy lost their lives. Hook's attention to detail is evident in this piece as he portrays real Cornish miners by incorporating their portraits onto the men's heads. The painting beautifully reflects typical Victorian themes such as family unity and the nobility of manual work. We witness a miner's dutiful wife and children delivering a meal underground, celebrating the strength of familial bonds amidst challenging circumstances. The composition exudes heroism through its depiction of hardworking individuals engaged in perilous labor undersea. Hook skillfully addresses the growing urban market for seascapes with his coastal views becoming known as "Hookscapes". This particular artwork captures both the beauty and danger associated with maritime occupations. As we gaze upon this remarkable print captured by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back in time to witness everyday life scenes along Cornwall's coast. From workers descending into treacherous depths to waves crashing against rocky shores, every element evokes a sense of realism and admiration for those who dedicated themselves to their trade.
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