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Grey Horse Inn, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, c. 1830-35 (oil on canvas)
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Grey Horse Inn, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, c. 1830-35 (oil on canvas)
TW426914 Grey Horse Inn, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, c.1830-35 (oil on canvas) by Balmer, George (c.1806-46); 84x61.2 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: This view shows a busy crowd of ships drawn up in front of the medieval buildings of the Quayside in Newcastle in the 1830s. Wealthy merchants originally lived on the Quayside. By this time, however, the buildings were occupied by groups of families living in slum conditions. The Grey Horse Inn and a large area around were later destroyed in the terrible fire of 6th October 1854; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
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This print captures the Grey Horse Inn, situated on the bustling Quayside in Newcastle upon Tyne during the years 1830-35. Painted by George Balmer, this oil on canvas artwork measures 84x61.2 cm and is currently housed at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. The scene depicted showcases a vibrant crowd of ships docked along the medieval buildings that line the Quayside. In its heyday, this area was inhabited by prosperous merchants; however, by the time of this painting, it had become home to families living in squalid conditions. Tragically, both the Grey Horse Inn and a significant portion of its surroundings were devastated in a devastating fire on October 6th, 1854. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of what once stood proudly before that fateful event. Within this composition lies an array of maritime elements: towering masts adorned with sails reaching towards the sky, rowing boats navigating through busy waters, and tugboats assisting larger vessels as they navigate their way into port. The painting beautifully captures not only an important historical moment but also conveys a sense of movement and energy within this bustling harbor. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums' collection for all to appreciate. It stands as a testament to both artistic skill and historical significance—a window into Newcastle's rich past as one of Britain's busiest ports during the
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