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Wreck of the Idun, Southwold, by Reg Carter
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Wreck of the Idun, Southwold, by Reg Carter
Wreck of the Idun, Southwold, 17 January 1912, by Reg Carter (1886-1949), freelance commercial artist based in Southwold, Suffolk, where he had his studio in the High Street. The Idun was a three-masted Norwegian barque which was blown onto the sandbanks. The bright light in the sky is a line being fired by the coastguards rocket crew, to try to haul the ship to shore. Sadly the ship could not be saved, but the crew were rescued. Date: 1912
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Wreck of the Idun, Southwold, 17 January 1912" is a captivating oil painting by the talented freelance artist Reg Carter, depicting the aftermath of a tragic maritime event that took place in the coastal town of Southwold, Suffolk, in the early 1910s. The painting captures the intense and dramatic scene of the stranded Norwegian barque, Idun, which was blown onto the sandbanks during a violent storm. The Idun, a three-masted vessel, lies helplessly on the shore, its sails torn and masts broken, as the relentless waves crash against its hull. The painting's vivid colors and intricate details bring to life the raw power of the stormy sea and the desperation of the moment. In the distance, the bright light in the sky illuminates the scene, revealing the coastguard's rocket crew firing a line to attempt to haul the ship to safety. Sadly, the efforts of the coastguard were in vain, and the Idun could not be saved. However, the crew was successfully rescued, and the painting serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of those who risked their lives to save others during this harrowing event. Reg Carter, a skilled and prolific artist based in Southwold, expertly captured this moment in time, leaving us with a visual testament to the unpredictable and sometimes treacherous nature of the sea. The painting is a beautiful and evocative piece of art that transports us back to a bygone era and invites us to reflect on the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This painting, signed by the artist, is an invaluable addition to any collection of maritime art or local history, and a testament to the enduring appeal of the sea and the stories it tells.
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