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Battle of Jutland
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Battle of Jutland
A scene depicting an action during the Battle of Jutland, 31st May 1916. William Lionel Wyllie, Ra Ri Re, (1851-1931)
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1851 1931 31st Action Depicting Jutland Lionel Nautical Print Topographical Wyllie
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This evocative print, titled "Ra Ri Re" by renowned British marine painter William Lionel Wyllie, captures a pivotal moment during the Battle of Jutland on May 31, 1916. One of the largest naval battles in history and a significant engagement of World War I, the Battle of Jutland took place in the North Sea between the British Royal Fleet and the German High Seas Fleet. In this scene, Wyllie masterfully depicts the chaos and intensity of the battle, with plumes of smoke rising from the water as warships exchange heavy gunfire. The British battlecruiser HMS Indefatigable is shown in the foreground, moments before it explodes and sinks, taking several hundred lives with it. The destruction and danger are palpable, yet the determination and courage of the sailors on board are equally evident. Wyllie, a prolific painter of maritime scenes, was known for his topographical and nautical accuracy, making this print a valuable historical record of the Battle of Jutland. The artist's expert use of light and shadow adds depth and drama to the image, transporting us back to the turbulent waters of the North Sea during this pivotal moment in world history.
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