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Fisher Harding, Master Shipwright, active 1664-1706, with the Launch of the Royal Sovereign, 1701, c.1701 (oil on canvas)
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Fisher Harding, Master Shipwright, active 1664-1706, with the Launch of the Royal Sovereign, 1701, c.1701 (oil on canvas)
7342459 Fisher Harding, Master Shipwright, active 1664-1706, with the Launch of the Royal Sovereign, 1701, c.1701 (oil on canvas) by Richardson, Jonathan (1665-1745); 127x103 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Jonathan Richardson
A three-quarter-length portrait slightly to left in a mauve gown and russet drapery. He wears a brown full-bottomed wig and his right hand rests on a wooden rule while he holds a pair of dividers over a draft plan for a ship. He gestures with his left hand towards the launch of the first-rate, Royal Sovereign, on the left and both the Thames and the buildings of Woolwich are visible behind him. Harding was Master Shipwright at Deptford between 1686 and 1705, and built the ship he gestures towards at Woolwich in 1701.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This portrait captures Fisher Harding, the esteemed Master Shipwright who was active from 1664 to 1706, during the launch of the majestic 'Royal Sovereign' in 1701. Painted by Jonathan Richardson, this oil on canvas masterpiece showcases Harding in a mauve gown and russet drapery, exuding an air of authority and expertise. With his brown full-bottomed wig and dividers in hand, he stands proudly next to a draft plan for the ship, gesturing towards its grandeur.
The background of the painting reveals the bustling Thames River and Woolwich buildings, providing a glimpse into the maritime world that Harding dedicated his life to. As Master Shipwright at Deptford and later at Woolwich, he oversaw the construction of numerous ships including the 'Royal Sovereign', a first-rate vessel that symbolized England's naval power.
Through this artwork, we are transported back to early 18th century England, where skilled craftsmen like Fisher Harding played a crucial role in shaping history through their dedication to shipbuilding. This portrait not only celebrates Harding's legacy but also serves as a testament to the artistry and skill of Jonathan Richardson in capturing both the man and his monumental achievements on canvas.
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