Poster Print : ABANDONED WHALING SHIP. An abandoned whaler rotting at the wharf of an old whaling port on the eastern seabord of the United States. Wood engraving, American, 1874

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ABANDONED WHALING SHIP. An abandoned whaler rotting at the wharf of an old whaling port on the eastern seabord of the United States. Wood engraving, American, 1874

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Media ID 7555879

1874 Abandon Harbor New England Ship Whaler Whaling

20x30 inch Poster Print

Step back in time with our nostalgic Abandoned Whaling Ship poster print. This captivating wood engraving, created in 1874, depicts an abandoned whaler decaying at the wharf of an old whaling port on the eastern seaboard of the United States. A poignant reminder of a bygone era, this vintage print adds character and history to any room. Bring the stories of the high seas into your home with our Abandoned Whaling Ship poster print from the Media Storehouse collection.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
. This wood engraving, created by an American artist in 1874, transports us back to a time when whaling was a thriving industry along the eastern seaboard of the United States. The image depicts an eerie scene at an old whaling port, where an abandoned whaler languishes on the decaying wooden planks of a weathered wharf. The ship's once majestic exterior now bears witness to years of neglect and decay. Its rotting hull stands as a testament to the harsh realities faced by these vessels during their perilous voyages in pursuit of whales. This haunting sight serves as a poignant reminder of both human ingenuity and its impact on nature. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported to New England's historic harbor towns that were once bustling with activity and filled with adventurous sailors embarking on dangerous expeditions. We can almost hear echoes from distant times - the creaking timbers, seagulls' cries, and whispers carried by salty sea breezes. This artwork captures not only the physical state of abandonment but also evokes emotions tied to nostalgia for a lost era. It invites contemplation about our relationship with nature and how our actions have shaped maritime history. In preserving this wood engraving from The Granger Collection, we honor those forgotten stories etched within its lines – tales that remind us of humanity's complex connection with both

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