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Canvas Print : Harpooning / Walrus / 1865
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Harpooning / Walrus / 1865
Harpooning walrus
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Media ID 604742
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Harpooning / Walrus / 1865" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This magnificent image transports us back in time to the 19th century, where the raw power and majesty of nature is on full display. Witness the thrilling moment of a harpooner taking on a mighty walrus in this evocative photograph. The intricate details, sharp contrasts, and rich colors are beautifully rendered on high-quality canvas, ensuring a stunning addition to any home or office space. Elevate your interior décor with this captivating piece of historical art, and let the adventure of yesteryears come alive in your living room.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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Harpooning a Walrus, 1865 This image depicts a moment from the past, capturing the raw and primal essence of Arctic hunting in the mid-19th century. The photograph, taken in 1865, shows a skilled hunter in the act of harpooning a walrus. The hunter, dressed in furs and armed with a harpoon and a large knife, stands confidently on a small ice floe, his eyes focused intently on the massive marine mammal that lies before him. The walrus, with its powerful tusks and massive body, is shown in mid-thrust, its massive size and strength evident as it attempts to defend itself from the hunter's attack. The scene is set against a backdrop of the vast, icy Arctic landscape, with snow-covered mountains and icebergs visible in the distance. The harsh conditions of the Arctic are evident in the stark, monochrome tones of the photograph, which adds to the sense of isolation and ruggedness. Harpooning walruses was an essential part of the subsistence lifestyle of the indigenous peoples of the Arctic regions for thousands of years. Walruses were hunted for their meat, blubber, and ivory tusks, which were highly valued for their durability and beauty. The hunting techniques used by the hunters were passed down from generation to generation, with great skill and precision required to successfully take down these powerful animals. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era, providing a window into the past and a reminder of the incredible adaptations and resilience of the human spirit in the face of challenging environments. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of respecting and preserving the natural world, and the role that traditional hunting practices can play in maintaining a delicate balance between human needs and the health of the planet.
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