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A Cruise on the Zuider Zee (engraving)
1614269 A Cruise on the Zuider Zee (engraving) by May, Walter William (1831-96); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cruise on the Zuider Zee. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 October 1885.
W W May); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22554870
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Amsterdam Barge Cruise Entering Estuary Ferry Freight Barge Laden North Holland Opening Peat Strangers West Zuider Zee Zuiderzee Benelux Countries Dutch Netherlands Enkhuizen Hollander Hollanders Hoorn Kampen Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch The Netherland
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of Walter William May's engraving, "A Cruise on the Zuider Zee." This exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse transports you to the serene waters of the Zuider Zee, where sailboats glide gracefully against a backdrop of picturesque Dutch landscapes. May's masterful use of line and tone creates an intricately detailed and evocative image that is sure to inspire wonder and delight. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and bring the beauty of the past into your home.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 36.3cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Cruise on the Zuider Zee
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captures a picturesque scene from 19th-century Holland, showcasing the bustling maritime activity and scenic beauty of this historic region. The engraving, created by Walter William May in 1885 for The Illustrated London News, offers a glimpse into the vibrant atmosphere that characterized life along the Zuider Zee. In this print, we see ships of various sizes gracefully navigating through the calm waters of the estuary. Laden with goods and passengers, these vessels represent an essential mode of transport during that era. Towering over them is a magnificent church tower, serving as both a landmark and a symbol of faith for those living in Hoorn. The image also reveals glimpses of daily life along the shorelines. People can be seen going about their activities - some boarding ferries or leisurely strolling near boats docked at port. The presence of strangers suggests that this was not only a local scene but one that attracted visitors from afar. The enchanting landscape surrounding the river showcases lush greenery and peat fields stretching towards Enkhuizen and Kampen. These towns were vital hubs within the Zuider Zee region, contributing to its economic prosperity. This evocative print transports us back in time to experience firsthand what it was like to cruise on this iconic body of water in Holland's history-rich past. It serves as a reminder of how transportation played an integral role in connecting communities and facilitating trade across Europe's Benelux countries during this period
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