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The life of a sailor, c.1860 (coloured lithograph)
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The life of a sailor, c.1860 (coloured lithograph)
7342013 The life of a sailor, c.1860 (coloured lithograph) by Hanhart, Michael (19th century); 35x24.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: M. & N. Hanhart; Leoni Lee & Co.
(caricature) A self-explanatory Victorian music cover, whose central image entitled Safely Moor'd in Greenwich Hospital shows a peg-legged Greenwich Pensioner sitting at a table in one of the Hospital colonnades, with the masts and sails of a ship beyond in the river. To the left, a bust of the 17th century naval hero, Robert Blake, sits on a cylindrical plinth bearing the names of Royal Naval victories, with a trophy of British flags and arms behind; a similar arrangement on the right, including an anchor, supports a bust of Nelson. Narrative panels of the earlier life of the sailor run left to right across top and bottom. At the top, The Waterman shows the young man with his oars and wherry against a view of St Paul's Cathedral and the Thames. Then comes The Farewell to his sweetheart as he embarks in the Navy and The Yarn, a deck scene of him relaxing with four shipmates (one being black). At the bottom our hero and a companion struggle to control the ship's wheel in The Storm, then he forms part of a gun crew in The Battle, under direction of an officer. The final panel shows him stepping ashore from a boat, wounded in the arm, to meet his girl again. The complete item was published in London, [by] Leoni Lee & Coxhead, Music Sellers to Her Majesty Queen Victoria, 48 Albemarle St. / Where may be had uniform with the above The Life of a Soldier by C. W. Glover'.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This vibrant coloured lithograph from 1860 captures the life of a sailor in intricate detail, offering a glimpse into the world of maritime history. The central image titled 'Safely Moor'd in Greenwich Hospital' features a peg-legged Greenwich Pensioner surrounded by naval symbols and trophies, paying homage to heroes like Robert Blake and Nelson.
The narrative panels at the top and bottom tell the story of a young waterman bidding farewell to his sweetheart as he joins the Navy, facing storms at sea and battles alongside his comrades. From relaxing on deck to manning the ship's wheel during a storm, this print showcases the challenges and triumphs of life at sea.
Published by Leoni Lee & Coxhead in London, this Victorian music cover serves as both entertainment and education about the sacrifices made by sailors for their country. The detailed illustrations bring to life scenes of everyday sailor activities, highlighting their bravery and dedication to duty.
As you gaze upon this historical artwork, let yourself be transported back in time to an era when sailors roamed the seas with courage and resilience. The Life of a Sailor captured in this lithograph is not just a visual masterpiece but also a tribute to those who served on ships during one of Britain's most iconic periods in maritime history.
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