Framed Print : Great Snowstorm 1881
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Great Snowstorm 1881
Various ships and vessels including the Lucknow and Havelock on Ryde Pier are battered by the great snow storm & gales of 18th January 1881
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1881 Battered Gale Gales Havelock Including Lucknow P Ier Phenomena Ryde Snow Storm Storm Vessels Wrecks January
22"x18" Modern Frame
Experience the power of nature with our stunning Framed Print of "Great Snowstorm 1881" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the epic battle between the elements and the resilient vessels, including the Lucknow and Havelock, as they are battered by the fierce snowstorm and gales of 18th January 1881. This captivating print not only showcases the raw beauty of nature but also the strength and determination of those who faced it. Bring this piece of historical maritime art into your home and be inspired by the untamed power of the sea.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and fury of the Great Snowstorm of January 1881 as it battered the coastal town of Ryde on the Isle of Wight. The storm, which hit on the 18th of the month, was characterized by heavy snowfall and strong gales that caused widespread damage and chaos. In the foreground of the image, we see Ryde Pier, its once elegant structure now a mere silhouette against the tempestuous backdrop. The pier, a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, was a hive of activity before the storm, with various ships and vessels moored along its length. But now, the pier is a scene of destruction, with several vessels, including the Lucknow and Havelock, lying wrecked and battered against its pylons. The Lucknow, a three-masted schooner, is shown in a particularly precarious position, its sails torn to shreds and its hull battered by the relentless waves. The Havelock, a smaller vessel, is also shown struggling against the elements, its rigging twisted and its deck awash with snow and water. The snowstorm of 1881 was a natural phenomenon that left a lasting impact on the coastal communities of the Isle of Wight and beyond. The storm caused widespread damage to property and infrastructure, and claimed several lives. But it also served as a reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature, and the resilience of those who lived in its path. This historical photograph is a testament to the weather event that continues to fascinate and intrigue, and serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting the natural world and its capricious moods.
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