Framed Print : Stripping Blubber
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Stripping Blubber
Stripping whale blubber
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Media ID 4380983
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1835 Masts Rigging Sea Gulls Stripping Whale Whales Whaling Blubber
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating 'Stripping Blubber' print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transport us back in time to the harsh realities of whaling, with its intricate details showcasing the raw power and dedication of the whalers as they process the valuable blubber. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your home or office space with this stunning, high-quality framed print. Each print is carefully crafted with museum-quality materials to ensure longevity and vibrant colors. Don't miss out on bringing this powerful piece of history into your life.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Stripping Blubber, 1835 - A Historical Marine Scene of Whale Hunting and Maritime Life This evocative image captures the backbreaking labor and intricate process of stripping blubber from a freshly harpooned whale in the late 1830s. The whale, a massive behemoth of the sea, lies lifeless on the icy ocean floor, its vast body a testament to the raw power and majesty of nature. The scene is set against the backdrop of a stark, desolate seascape, with towering masts and rigging of a whaling vessel looming in the distance. The whale's carcass is surrounded by a frenzied group of sailors, each wielding long, curved knives, determinedly hacking away at the thick layer of blubber that lies beneath the whale's skin. The blubber, a valuable source of energy-rich oil used for lighting and heating, was a crucial commodity during this era of whaling. Seagulls circle overhead, waiting for their chance to feast on the remains of the whale, adding an air of wildness and unpredictability to the already chaotic scene. The sailors, dressed in heavy woolen coats and hats, work tirelessly, their faces etched with determination and grit. This powerful and poignant image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life at sea during the height of the whaling industry. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by sailors in pursuit of essential resources, and a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of mankind in the face of nature's most formidable creatures.
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