Photographic Print : Yachting Terms Illustrated - A Spanker!"
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Yachting Terms Illustrated - A Spanker!"
Yachting Terms Illustrated - " A Spanker!" A housewife reacts with furious anger to the indiscretions of her younger son, who has spilt black ink all over her pressed white tablecloth. On a racing or cruising yacht, a spanker is an additional headsail set beside and to leeward of a spinnaker when running downwind. Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 11552990
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Accident Accidental Analogy Apron Beating Beats Bradshaw Crying Furious Housewife Livid Pain Percy Pinny Puddle Punish Punished Punishment Sail Shock Shocked Shoe Smack Spill Spills Spilt Tablecloth Terms Vernon Yachting Smacking Spank
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Yachting Terms Illustrated - A Spanker!" print from Media Storehouse, brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. This enchanting image offers a unique blend of two seemingly unrelated worlds: yachting terminology and a humorous household scene. The print showcases an indignant housewife, her face contorted with fury, as she reacts to the careless actions of her younger son. The innocent culprit, unaware of the chaos he has caused, stands nearby, having accidentally spilt a bottle of black ink onto her pristine, pressed white tablecloth. This charming illustration not only serves as a delightful reminder of the unexpected twists and turns in everyday life but also adds an intriguing touch to your decor with its yachting-themed title, "A Spanker!" – a term used to refer to a small auxiliary sail set between the mainmast and the mizzen mast on a square-rigged vessel. Bring this delightful piece of art into your home or office to inspire a smile and spark intrigue among your guests. With its timeless appeal and excellent print quality, the "Yachting Terms Illustrated - A Spanker!" print is the perfect addition to any space, adding character and charm to your surroundings.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.6cm (11" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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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Yachting Terms Illustrated - "A Spanker!" - This intriguing turn-of-the-century image offers a vivid analogy between the world of yachting and the domestic sphere. In the photograph, a housewife's face is contorted with furious anger as she reacts to the indiscretions of her younger son, who has spilt a bottle of black ink all over her freshly pressed white tablecloth. The incident, though seemingly mundane, elicits a strong emotional response from the mother, reminiscent of the intense focus and determination required to navigate the complexities of yachting. In the realm of sailing, a "spanker" refers to an additional headsail set beside and to leeward of a spinnaker when running downwind. The term "spank" or "spanking" is used to describe the sharp, corrective blows given to the sail to keep it in shape and ensure optimal performance. The image of a spanker, therefore, carries connotations of punishment and correction, which resonate with the mother's reaction to her son's careless actions. This photograph, titled "A Spanker!" and dated circa 1903, is a poignant reminder of the rich history and symbolism inherent in yachting terminology. The image, which features a distraught mother, a mischievous son, and the telltale signs of a spilt ink puddle, offers a glimpse into the past while highlighting the enduring connections between the language of sailing and the human experience.
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