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Admiral John Lort Stokes (1812-1885), c.1879 (oil on canvas)
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Admiral John Lort Stokes (1812-1885), c.1879 (oil on canvas)
7295337 Admiral John Lort Stokes (1812-1885), c.1879 (oil on canvas) by Pearce, Stephen (1819-1904); 143.2x118.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Stephen Pearce
Lort Stokes served for many years on the 'Beagle', including the period when Charles Darwin was naturalist on board, 1831-1836. In 1841 he succeeded to the command and spent two years engaged in surveys of Timor and New Zealand. On his return he wrote 'Discoveries in Australia: with an account of the coasts and rivers explored and surveyed during the voyage of HMS Beagle in the years 1837-1843'. In 1847 he was appointed to the steam vessel 'Acheron' in which for the next four years he surveyed the coast of New Zealand. Stephen Pearce exhibited a large number of portraits of naval officers at the Royal Academy, including this portrait of Lort Stokes in 1879. In 1851 he completed 'The Arctic Council planning a search for Sir John Franklin' (National Portrait Gallery) which depicts the officials, naval officers and explorers most active in the search for Sir John Franklin.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This striking oil on canvas portrait captures the distinguished Admiral John Lort Stokes, a prominent figure in maritime history. Painted by artist Stephen Pearce in 1879, the image showcases Stokes' commanding presence and unwavering determination.
Admiral John Lort Stokes is best known for his service aboard the HMS Beagle, where he worked alongside renowned naturalist Charles Darwin during their exploratory voyages from 1831 to 1836. Following his time on the Beagle, Stokes went on to lead numerous surveying expeditions in Australia and New Zealand, documenting his findings in the acclaimed book 'Discoveries in Australia'.
Stephen Pearce's attention to detail and skillful brushwork bring Admiral John Lort Stokes to life on canvas, capturing both his strength of character and dedication to exploration. The portrait exudes a sense of authority and wisdom, reflecting Stokes' esteemed reputation within the naval community.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this painting serves as a timeless tribute to Admiral John Lort Stokes' contributions to maritime exploration. Through Pearce's masterful depiction, viewers are transported back in time to an era of discovery and adventure on the high seas.
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