Canvas Print : Whaling in Canada
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Whaling in Canada
Natives of Nova Scotia whaling
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Media ID 4379303
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1550 Natives Nova Scotia Whales Whaling
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the rich history and culture of Canada with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, titled "Whaling in Canada," beautifully depicts Native Nova Scotians engaging in traditional whaling activities. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image comes to life on high-quality canvas, bringing the past to the present with vivid colors and exceptional detail. Add this captivating print to your home or office for a touch of history and Canadian heritage."
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 Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of whaling in Nova Scotia, Canada during the late 1500s. The image portrays a group of indigenous people from Nova Scotia, skillfully maneuvering their hand-hewn whale boats, or 'pquetaks,' towards a colossal humpback whale. The whale, with its massive tail flukes rising high above the water, seems to defy the small boats as it dives deep below the surface. Whaling was an integral part of the Maritime culture in Nova Scotia for centuries, with indigenous communities relying on this ancient practice for sustenance and survival. The whale was a vital source of food, oil, and bone, which were used for various purposes such as fuel, lighting, and tools. The photograph, taken circa 1550, offers a glimpse into the rich history of whaling in Nova Scotia. The men in the image are shown working together in perfect harmony, a testament to their deep connection with the sea and their reliance on the natural world. The photograph also highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the indigenous people, who used their knowledge of the sea and their environment to hunt these magnificent creatures. As the sun sets over the horizon, casting a golden glow over the water, the scene is one of both awe and reverence. The whale, a symbol of strength and power, is respected and honored by the indigenous people, who understand the delicate balance of life in the marine ecosystem. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the deep connection between humans and the natural world, a connection that has endured for generations in the Maritime communities of Nova Scotia.
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