Poster Print : WRECKING A SHIP, 1843. Armed English coast guards battling wreckers, plundering the cargo of a ship wrecked on the Cornish coast. Wood engraving, English, 1843
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WRECKING A SHIP, 1843. Armed English coast guards battling wreckers, plundering the cargo of a ship wrecked on the Cornish coast. Wood engraving, English, 1843
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Media ID 7557089
1843 Beach Cargo Club Cornwall Crime Fight Plunder Sailing Ship Ship Wreck Thief Us Coast Guard Wrecker
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the thrilling tale of the past to life with our Media Storehouse Wrecking A Ship, 1843 poster print. This captivating wood engraving, originally from The Granger Collection, transports you back in time to the Cornish coast of 1843. Witness the intense battle between armed English coast guards and wreckers, as they struggle for the plundered cargo of a shipwreck. Add a touch of history and adventure to your space with this beautifully detailed and intricately crafted print, sure to spark conversations and inspire imagination.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "WRECKING A SHIP, 1843" takes us back to a dramatic scene on the Cornish coast. The wood engraving showcases armed English coast guards engaged in a fierce battle against wreckers who are shamelessly plundering the cargo of a ship that has met its unfortunate fate. The image captures the chaos and intensity of this confrontation between law enforcement and criminals. With their guns drawn, the determined coast guards stand united against these audacious thieves who seek to profit from tragedy. The rugged beach serves as an ominous backdrop for this clash of wills. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of this engraving, bringing life to each character involved in this middle-of-the-storm struggle. We can almost feel the tension emanating from both sides as they fight for control over the spoils left by nature's wrath. "WRECKING A SHIP, 1843" not only offers a visual feast but also sheds light on an important aspect of maritime history - wrecks and their exploitation by unscrupulous individuals seeking personal gain at any cost. As we gaze upon this historic artwork, we are reminded of the bravery displayed by those dedicated men defending justice amidst chaos and crime along England's treacherous coastline during that era.
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