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Fine Art Print : Smugglers landing their cargo
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Smugglers landing their cargo
The sun dispelling a mist, with smugglers landing their cargo
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Media ID 573086
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10007388
1850 1850s Cargo Crime Landing Mist Misty Smugglers Smuggling
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathe life into your walls with the captivating allure of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image by Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the thrilling moment of smugglers landing their cargo as the sun dispels the mist, a scene filled with intrigue and mystery. Each print is meticulously reproduced to preserve the original artwork's rich colors and intricate details, ensuring a stunning addition to any home or office space. Elevate your decor and transport yourself to another era with this exquisite Fine Art Print.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
"Title: The Sun Dispelling the Mist - Smugglers Landing Their Cargo, 1850s This evocative image, captured in the 1850s, depicts a group of smugglers skillfully landing their illicit cargo on a rocky, mist-shrouded shore. The sun begins to rise, casting a warm, golden glow over the scene, as if dispelling the lingering remnants of the night. The sailing ship, anchored offshore, is silhouetted against the early morning sky, its sails still furled from the previous night's journey. The smugglers, dressed in Victorian attire, work quickly and efficiently, unloading barrels and crates from the small boat that brought them to the shore. Their faces are hidden, shielded from prying eyes, as they transfer their contraband to waiting carts and wagons. The mist, which clings to the shoreline, adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the scene, as if conspiring to protect the smugglers' secrets. Smuggling was a common and lucrative crime in the 1850s, particularly in coastal communities where the reach of the law was limited. The illicit trade in goods, such as tobacco, alcohol, and textiles, provided a lucrative income for many, and the risks were often outweighed by the potential rewards. This image captures the thrill and danger of the smuggling world, as the sun rises on another day of clandestine activity." This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the allure of illicit trade and the thrill of the unknown held a powerful allure. The image is not only a beautiful work of art but also an important historical document, shedding light on the hidden aspects of Victorian life.
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