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Whaler with Harpoon
A fisherman on the deck of a whaling ship next to a large harpoon. Date: early 1930s
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Media ID 14096898
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Deck Fisherman Harpoon Whaler Whales Whaling
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Bring the thrilling history of whaling into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Whaler with Harpoon" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This early 1930s photograph transports you back in time to the deck of a whaling ship, where a determined fisherman stands next to a massive harpoon, the essence of concentration and determination etched on his face. The intricate details of the ship, the harpoon, and the rugged seafarer are beautifully preserved in this vintage print. Each Framed Print is carefully crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your decor. Order yours today and relive the rich history of seafaring and whaling.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw and primal essence of whaling in the early 1930s. The image depicts a determined fisherman, dressed in heavy layers against the cold, standing on the deck of a traditional whaling ship. In his hand, he holds a large harpoon, its sharp tip glinting menacingly in the sunlight. The vast expanse of the ocean stretches out behind him, dotted with the sails of other whaling vessels. Whaling was a dangerous and physically demanding occupation, requiring strength, endurance, and skill. The whaler's primary goal was to hunt and kill large whales, such as humpback or blue whales, for their blubber, which was rendered down into oil for use as fuel and in various industrial processes. The harpoon was a crucial tool in this endeavor, used to pierce the thick blubber layer beneath the whale's skin. The photograph also serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era. Whaling, which dates back to ancient times, had been a significant industry for centuries. However, the widespread use of petroleum and other alternatives to whale oil, as well as increasing concerns over the depletion of whale populations, led to a decline in the industry. Today, whaling is a controversial practice, with many countries banning it outright and others limiting it to sustainable levels. Despite its historical significance, the image also raises ethical questions about the treatment of marine life and the impact of human activities on the natural world. The whaler's intense focus on his task, the harpoon poised to strike, serves as a stark reminder of the complex relationship between humans and the natural world, and the need for responsible stewardship and conservation.
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