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Life on Board the Training Ship "Mercury"(engraving)
1038474 Life on Board the Training Ship " Mercury" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board the Training Ship " Mercury". Illustration for The Graphic, 29 November 1890.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23051106
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Board Breakfast Cadets Hands Up Inspection Premises Repairing Scrub Send Signalling Turn Upper Deck Wash Dine
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Life on Board the Training Ship 'Mercury'" by the English School, circa 19th century. This captivating engraving transports you to an era of maritime tradition and training, offering a unique glimpse into the daily life aboard a historic vessel. Add a touch of history and nautical charm to your home or office decor with this beautifully detailed and intricately crafted work of art. Printed on high-quality archival paper, this Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse is a timeless investment for art collectors and history enthusiasts alike.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 titled "Life on Board the Training Ship 'Mercury'" offers a glimpse into the bustling world of sailors and cadets in the 19th century. The image showcases the upper deck of the ship, where young boys are engaged in various activities that encompass their daily routine. In this lively scene, we witness a group of cadets diligently scrubbing the wooden deck under the watchful eye of their instructors. With hands raised high, they send buckets filled with soapy water back and forth to ensure every inch is spotless. Meanwhile, other boys eagerly board the ship after breakfast, ready for another day of training. The air is filled with anticipation as inspections take place throughout the premises. Cadets stand tall in neat rows while officers meticulously examine their uniforms and equipment. In another corner, some sailors can be seen repairing ropes or signaling instructions to one another. Amidst all this activity, there are moments of respite as well. Boys wash and stow away hammocks before enjoying a much-needed meal together. They gather around tables on deck or dine below in cozy quarters while a tugboat transports them across calm waters. This enchanting print captures not only life aboard a training ship but also highlights camaraderie among these young seafarers as they navigate through their maritime education journey together.
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