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The Flood, 1829. Creator: Edward Calvert
The Flood, 1829
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Media ID 20372680
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Bad Weather Calvert Calvert Edward Dead Drowned Drowning Edward Edward Calvert Flood Flooded Flooding Footbridge Sheep Black And
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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The Flood, 1829" by Edward Calvert is a captivating black and white lithograph that transports viewers to the tumultuous events of a devastating flood in 19th century Britain. This powerful print captures the raw emotions and dramatic impact of nature's wrath on both humans and animals. In this haunting scene, we witness a chaotic river overflowing its banks, submerging everything in its path. A footbridge stands as a feeble structure against the raging waters, symbolizing mankind's vulnerability in the face of natural disasters. Men and women are depicted desperately clinging to each other or struggling to stay afloat amidst the swirling currents. The artist skillfully portrays their fear-stricken faces as they confront imminent danger. Amongst this chaos, sheep can be seen scattered across the landscape, helplessly swept away by the relentless floodwaters. Their presence serves as a poignant reminder of innocent lives lost during such catastrophic events. Calvert's meticulous attention to detail brings every element of this composition to life – from the intricate rendering of human figures to capturing the atmospheric effects created by bad weather conditions. Through his artistic vision, he conveys not only physical destruction but also explores deeper themes such as death and loss caused by natural calamities. This remarkable artwork now resides within The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection where it continues to captivate audiences with its evocative portrayal of one fateful moment forever etched in history.
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