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Barrage Balloons Outside a British Port (pencil and w / c on paper)
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Barrage Balloons Outside a British Port (pencil and w / c on paper)
LMG100052 Barrage Balloons Outside a British Port (pencil and w/c on paper) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); 44x53.6 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23217716
© Leeds Museums and Galleries / Bridgeman Images
Dock Quay Sheerness World War Ii Wwii
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Barrage Balloons Safeguarding a British Port - A Nostalgic Glimpse into WWII Coastal Defense
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. This photo print, created by the talented artist Eric Ravilious, transports us back to the tumultuous era of World War II. The scene depicts a bustling British port, most likely Sheerness, where an essential coastal defense system is in place. The focal point of this artwork is undoubtedly the barrage balloons that hover above the harbor and quay. These enormous balloons were strategically deployed as part of Britain's defense strategy during wartime. Tethered to the ground with steel cables, they acted as formidable obstacles for enemy aircraft attempting low-level attacks on ships and infrastructure. Ravilious skillfully captures the atmosphere surrounding this crucial defensive measure. His delicate pencil strokes combined with watercolor bring life to every detail - from the billowing clouds against a pale blue sky to the intricate network of ropes securing these floating guardians. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of both the courage and ingenuity displayed by those who defended their homeland during one of history's darkest periods. This painting serves as a poignant tribute to all those involved in protecting our shores. Now preserved within Leeds Museums and Galleries' collection at Leeds Art Gallery in England, Ravilious' work continues to evoke emotions and spark curiosity about our shared past. It stands as a testament to human resilience amidst adversity while offering us an opportunity for reflection on how far we have come since those
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