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Photographic Print : Naval rite of passage: Johnny is seized and spreadeagled in the rigging by his fellow sailors. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by W. Read after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Alfred Burton
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Naval rite of passage: Johnny is seized and spreadeagled in the rigging by his fellow sailors. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by W. Read after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Alfred Burton
FLO4989378 Naval rite of passage: Johnny is seized and spreadeagled in the rigging by his fellow sailors. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by W. Read after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Alfred Burtons The Adventures of Johnny Newcombe in the Navy, Simpkin, London, 1818. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: Naval rite of passage: Johnny is seized and spreadeagled in the rigging by his fellow sailors. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by W. Read after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Alfred Burtons The Adventures of Johnny Newcombe in the Navy, Simpkin, London, 1818.); © Florilegius
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Alfred Burton Bullying Midshipman Nautical Naval School Passage Read Rigging Rites Royaute Seized Thomas Rowlandson Copperplate Grande Bretagne Hazing
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring this captivating handcoloured copperplate engraving by W. Read. Based on an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Alfred Burton, this vintage print depicts a Naval rite of passage like no other. Witness the moment as Johnny is seized and spreadeagled in the rigging by his fellow sailors, a tradition passed down through the ages. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring the history of the sea into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 17.3cm (12" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts a naval rite of passage, capturing the moment when young Johnny is seized and spreadeagled in the rigging by his fellow sailors. This illustration, created by Thomas Rowlandson and engraved by W. Read, is taken from Alfred Burton's book "The Adventures of Johnny Newcombe in the Navy" published in London in 1818. In this scene, we witness a traditional ritual within the Royal Navy during the 19th century. As part of their initiation into naval life, midshipmen like Johnny were subjected to various forms of hazing and bullying. The image showcases one such instance where Johnny finds himself at the mercy of his comrades as they assert their authority over him. Rowlandson's intricate detailing brings this historical event to life, highlighting both the camaraderie and challenges faced by those serving in Britain's navy at that time. The rigging serves as a symbolic representation of both physical and psychological obstacles that these young sailors had to overcome on their journey towards becoming seasoned seamen. This print offers us a glimpse into British maritime culture during an era when naval traditions played a significant role in shaping young officers' lives. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served their country at sea while also shedding light on some less glamorous aspects of military life.
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