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Poster Print : A Word to the Mermaids, 1865. Artist: John Tenniel
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A Word to the Mermaids, 1865. Artist: John Tenniel
A Word to the Mermaids, 1865. Neptune exclaims Aho-o-o-o-oy, There! Get Off O That Ere Cable, Can t Yer - Thats the Way T Other one was Wrecked!!! Neptune hollering at a clutch of mermaids who seem to enjoy using the precious cable as a plaything. In 1858, the first transatlantic cable had been laid in a joint effort by America and Britain. Unfortunately, the cable had failed after some three weeks. Now, after the end of the American Civil War, another effort was made by the steamer Great Eastern. It was accompanied by the Sphinx and the Terrible, but again, problems were encountered and Great Eastern had to return to Valentia on the west coast of Ireland. From Punch, or the London Charivari, August 5, 1865
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Cable Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Mermaid Neptune Poseidon Reprimanding Shouting Sir John Tenniel Tenniel Transatlantic Communications Cable Trident Mythical Beast Mythical Creature
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the captivating allure of the underwater world with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic artwork "A Word to the Mermaids, 1865" by John Tenniel, this print brings to life Neptune's warning to mermaids as they gather around a submerged telegraph cable. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this timeless illustration is a beautiful addition to any home or office space. Embrace the magic of the deep sea and transport yourself to a world of wonder with this exquisite poster print from Heritage Images.
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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.
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A Word to the Mermaids, 1865
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is a captivating print by renowned artist John Tenniel that captures a whimsical yet significant moment in history. Depicting Neptune, the god of the sea, hollering at a group of mischievous mermaids who are using a transatlantic communications cable as their plaything, this artwork provides an insightful commentary on the challenges faced during early attempts at global communication. In 1858, America and Britain collaborated to lay the first transatlantic cable. However, it failed after only three weeks. Following the end of the American Civil War, another effort was made with Great Eastern leading the expedition accompanied by Sphinx and Terrible. Unfortunately, further complications arose forcing Great Eastern to return to Valentia in Ireland. Tenniel's satirical portrayal showcases Neptune reprimanding these playful mermaids for their disregard of such a precious resource. With his trident raised high and his exclamation "Aho-o-o-o-oy there! Get off o' that ere cable can't yer - That's the way t'other one was wrecked!!!", Neptune symbolizes authority and frustration towards those who take something valuable for granted. This black-and-white engraving not only highlights Tenniel's artistic prowess but also serves as a historical artifact from the 19th century. It combines elements of mythology, geography, religion, and satire to create an image that both entertains and educates viewers about an important milestone in transatlantic communication. As we admire this heritage image partnership print today, let us remember how far we have come in our ability to connect across vast distances while appreciating those pioneers who paved the way for modern telecommunications.
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