Fine Art Print : HMS Jackal on Loch Luirbost
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HMS Jackal on Loch Luirbost
H.M.S. Jackal at anchor on Loch Luirbost. The gun-boat was the vessel which carried the Government commissioners to the island of Lewis, to investigate the reports of distress amongst the local crofters. Date: 1888
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Commissioners Crofters Distress Gunboat Jackal Lewis Loch Unrest
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the Scottish Highlands with our exquisite Fine Art Print of HMS Jackal at anchor on Loch Luirbost. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past as H.M.S. Jackal, the vessel that carried the Government commissioners to the Isle of Lewis, gracefully rests on the tranquil waters. Bring the timeless beauty of this historic moment into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. Each print is carefully produced using archival inks and premium paper to ensure lasting brilliance and vibrancy.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from 1888, the gunboat HMS Jackal sits serenely at anchor on the tranquil waters of Loch Luirbost in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. The HMS Jackal, a powerful and agile vessel of the Royal Navy, was dispatched to the Western Isles following reports of unrest and distress amongst the local crofters in Lewis. The crofters, who were primarily small-scale farmers, had been facing a multitude of challenges, including eviction from their lands, harsh living conditions, and a struggle for fair rents and compensation. The situation had reached a boiling point, and the British Government sent the HMS Jackal to investigate and bring order to the troubled region. The Government commissioners, who were on board the HMS Jackal, would meet with local leaders and community representatives to discuss their grievances and work towards a resolution. The arrival of the gunboat was a significant moment in the history of the Western Isles, as it marked the beginning of a period of intense political and social change. The image captures the HMS Jackal in all its military splendor, with its tall masts, sails billowing in the wind, and cannons pointed towards the shore. Yet, despite its formidable appearance, the vessel serves as a symbol of authority and protection for the people of Lewis during a time of uncertainty and upheaval. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the complex social and political landscape of late 19th-century Scotland. It is a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by the crofters and the role of the British Government in shaping the future of the Western Isles.
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