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Canvas Print : Poster depicting herring drifters in the North Sea
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Poster depicting herring drifters in the North Sea
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, depicting herring drifters in the North Sea
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12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic "Herring Drifters in the North Sea" poster. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the rich history of herring fishing in the North Sea. Originally produced for the Empire Marketing Board, this poster transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the lives of the brave seafarers who braved the elements to bring in their catch. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this classic design, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Bring a piece of maritime history into your space with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.4cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Herring Drifters in the North Sea
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This evocative poster, created by an unknown artist for the Empire Marketing Board in the 1930s, transports us back in time to the historic North Sea fisheries. The image captures the raw beauty and harsh realities of life at sea, as herring drifters braved the elements to earn their livelihoods. The poster's composition is striking, with the vast expanse of the North Sea stretching out behind the boats, the stars twinkling in the night sky above. The herring drifters, silhouetted against the moonlit water, are shown casting their nets into the sea, their boats bobbing gently on the waves. The intricate patterns of the nets, the glint of the stars, and the delicate balance between man and nature are all rendered in intricate detail. The poster's historical significance lies in its depiction of a traditional industry that was once a major economic force in the North Sea region. Herring fishing had been a way of life for generations, and the drifters' skills were passed down from father to son. The poster captures the sense of community and shared experience that defined this way of life, as well as the physical and mental fortitude required to endure the long, cold nights at sea. Despite the challenges, the herring drifters' perseverance and dedication to their craft were rewarded with a bountiful harvest. The poster's title, "Herring Drifters in the North Sea," is a testament to the enduring connection between the people of the region and the sea that sustained them. Today, this historic industry may be a shadow of its former self, but the legacy of the herring drifters lives on in the memories and stories passed down through generations.
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