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HM Turret Ship 'Devastation' at Spithead on the occasion of the naval review in honour of the Shah of Persia, 23 June 1873, 1875 (oil on canvas)
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HM Turret Ship 'Devastation' at Spithead on the occasion of the naval review in honour of the Shah of Persia, 23 June 1873, 1875 (oil on canvas)
7338114 HM Turret Ship 'Devastation' at Spithead on the occasion of the naval review in honour of the Shah of Persia, 23 June 1873, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Cooke, Edward William (1811-80); 139.7x205.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Edward William Cooke
In 1873, the Shah of Persia made a state visit to England where he was received and entertained in a style without precedent in British history. The Naval Review at Spithead on 23 June 1873 was held in his honour, and he was present on the Royal Yacht 'Victoria and Albert II', here shown on the extreme left. The ship in the foreground is the 'Devastation', the first battleship without sails to be built for the Royal Navy. Other shipping can be seen on the right as part of the review, dressed overall.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning oil on canvas painting by Edward William Cooke captures the grandeur of the HM Turret Ship 'Devastation' at Spithead during the naval review in honor of the Shah of Persia on 23 June 1873. The Shah's state visit to England was a momentous occasion, marked by extravagant receptions and events, including this impressive display of British naval power.
In the foreground, we see the 'Devastation', a groundbreaking battleship that represented a new era in naval warfare with its innovative design without sails. The Royal Yacht 'Victoria and Albert II', carrying the Shah himself, can be seen on the left side of the painting. Other ships dressed overall for the occasion are visible in the background, creating a picturesque scene against the backdrop of Spithead.
Edward William Cooke's attention to detail and skillful use of color bring this historical moment to life, capturing not only the technical prowess of these mighty vessels but also the sense of pride and pageantry that characterized such events in Victorian England. This painting is not just a record of a specific event but also a celebration of maritime history and British naval tradition.
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