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Fine Art Print : Greenland fishery: English whalers in the ice, c.1750 (oil on canvas)
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Greenland fishery: English whalers in the ice, c.1750 (oil on canvas)
7295294 Greenland fishery: English whalers in the ice, c.1750 (oil on canvas) by Brooking, Charles (1723-59); 29.3x43 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: An English whaler is seen in the centre in stern and port-quarter view. To the left a similar ship lies at anchor in port-broadside view. In the left foreground is an ice floe with two polar bears facing towards the central whaler. Two small boats and a whaler are in the centre and right foreground. The boat to the right is alongside the whale and one man stands up holding a harpoon which he has speared into the side of the whale, which sends up water through its spout.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38431604
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of English whalers in Greenland with this stunning Fine Art Print by Bridgeman Images. Perfect for adding a touch of maritime charm to any space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.1cm x 35.5cm (20.1" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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This oil on canvas painting by Charles Brooking, titled "Greenland fishery: English whalers in the ice, c.1750," transports us back to the 18th century world of English whaling expeditions in the treacherous Arctic waters. The scene depicts an English whaler ship surrounded by icy waters, with another ship anchored nearby and two polar bears observing from a floating ice floe.
The attention to detail in this artwork is truly remarkable - from the intricate rigging of the ships to the dramatic moment when a harpooner stands up in a small boat alongside a massive humpback whale, ready to strike. The tension and excitement of the hunt are palpable as water spouts from the whale's blowhole.
As we gaze at this historical masterpiece, we are reminded of the bravery and skill required for these early explorers and hunters to navigate such harsh conditions in pursuit of their prey. The painting captures not only a moment in time but also serves as a window into an era when man's relationship with nature was both awe-inspiring and perilous.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this artwork is not just a visual feast for art lovers but also a poignant reminder of our complex history with marine life and our ongoing efforts to protect these majestic creatures for future generations.
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