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Distressed Ship-Owners (engraving)
7177865 Distressed Ship-Owners (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Distressed Ship-Owners. Illustration for The Comic Annual by Thomas Hood, 1838 (A H Baily).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 24716604
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Casualty Of War Cripple Despair Desperation Disability Disabled Distress Distressed Fire Woods Firewood Firwood Freight Ship Handicaped Handicapped Person Infirmities Invalid Kindling Legless Mariners Misery Sailoress Seagoing Ships Seaman Tanker Ship Thighs War Casualty War Wound War Wounded Wooden Leg Wooden Legs Wretch Bodies
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Add a touch of historical drama to your home or office with the Distressed Ship-Owners fine art print from Media Storehouse and Bridgeman Images. This evocative engraving, dating back to the 19th century, depicts the anguish and despair of ship-owners as they confront the perils of the sea. A timeless piece that tells a story of courage and resilience, this print is a must-have for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Order your Distressed Ship-Owners fine art print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 50.8cm (14.6" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving from the 19th century, titled "Distressed Ship-Owners" captures a poignant scene that speaks volumes about the hardships faced by sailors during this era. The black and white illustration, created by an anonymous English School artist, showcases a group of ship-owners who have fallen on hard times. The focal point of the image is a legless sailor sitting on a wooden crate, his body crippled by war wounds. His expression reflects misery and despair as he contemplates his unfortunate circumstances. Surrounding him are other ship-owners, each with their own physical disabilities or infirmities. Humor is subtly woven into this somber depiction through the use of wooden legs for some of the characters. These prosthetics serve as reminders of their past lives at sea and also symbolize resilience in the face of adversity. The detailed engraving portrays various types of vessels such as freight ships, tanker ships, tugboats, and smaller boats dotting the background. This highlights how these distressed ship-owners were once part of a thriving maritime industry but now find themselves in dire straits. Overall, this artwork offers a thought-provoking glimpse into the challenges faced by sailors during this period. It serves as a reminder that even those who were once masters of their trade can be brought low by misfortune and hardship.
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