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Midshipman Newcome transferred by rowboat to HMS Vanguard
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Midshipman Newcome transferred by rowboat to HMS Vanguard
Midshipman Newcome transferred by rowboat to the HMS Vanguard near Gibraltar. Johnny in disgrace sent to another ship. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Charles Williams from John Mitfords Adventures of Johnny Newcome in the Navy, London, 1819
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Allegorical Anchor Arsenaux Atterages Cannon Claude Combats Deck Equipages Eugene Fatio Figures Frontispiece Guillaumot Midshipman Morel Navigation Navires Newcome Nicolas Panini Quarterdeck Rigging Rowboat Sailor Sailors Stern Transferred Uniforms Vanguard Woodblock
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Midshipman Newcome Transferred by Rowboat to HMS Vanguard: An Allegorical Depiction of Naval Life in the 18th Century This hand-colored copperplate engraving, titled "Midshipman Newcome Transferred by Rowboat to HMS Vanguard," is an intriguing glimpse into the world of 18th-century naval life. The image, taken from John Mitford's "Adventures of Johnny Newcome in the Navy," published in London in 1819, is a frontispiece to the popular novel and was created by the skilled hand of Charles Williams. At the center of the image, we see Midshipman Newcome, a young sailor in naval uniform, being transferred from one ship to another by rowboat. The HMS Vanguard, a formidable warship with a decorated stern and quarterdeck, looms in the background. The midshipman, with a dejected expression, appears to be in disgrace, as evidenced by the red feather in his cap, a symbol of punishment in the Royal Navy. The allegorical nature of the image is further emphasized by the various figures and symbols present. A fish, a common allegory for Christ, is shown swimming in the water, representing the spiritual aspect of the sailor's journey. A cannon and an anchor, symbols of strength and stability, are also visible on the ship. The figures of Beruce, Claude, Nicolas, Eugene, Guillaumot, Fatio, Panini, Marine Arsenaux, Navires, Equipages, Atterages, Combats, and French Navy are depicted on the ship, representing different aspects of naval life. The intricate details of the ships' rigging, deck, and uniforms are masterfully rendered by the artist, showcasing the skill and artistry of the woodblock printers of the time. Overall, this image provides a fascinating insight into the world of 18th-century naval life, with its mix of adventure, discipline, and allegory.
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