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Opening of Tyne Dock, 3rd March 1859 (oil on canvas)
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Opening of Tyne Dock, 3rd March 1859 (oil on canvas)
TW426812 Opening of Tyne Dock, 3rd March 1859 (oil on canvas) by Scott, John (1802-85) (after); 60x91 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: Copy of a painting by John Scott by an unknown artist; The Tyne Dock opened in 1859 at Jarrow Slake, on the River Tyne; Built by the North Eastern Railway Company, mainly to handle coal, and could take 500 ships; A three-masted barque is picture loading at the Staith alongside coal keels (barges); The central white boat is a lifeboat, and a small pilot boat is on the right at the front of the picture; The South Shields pilots guided the big ships into port; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23182676
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This print captures the historic moment of the Opening of Tyne Dock on 3rd March 1859. Painted by John Scott and reproduced by an unknown artist, this oil on canvas artwork measures 60x91 cm and is currently housed in the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. The Tyne Dock, built by the North Eastern Railway Company, was a significant development primarily designed to handle coal transportation. This bustling port could accommodate up to 500 ships at a time. In this scene depicted in the painting, we see a three-masted barque being loaded with coal alongside smaller barges known as coal keels. Amidst the industrial activity, attention is drawn to a central white lifeboat symbolizing safety amidst potential dangers at sea. Additionally, a small pilot boat can be seen on the right side of the image representing South Shields pilots who guided large vessels into port. The composition showcases various elements that illustrate both trade and industry during this Victorian era. The presence of smoke from chimneys signifies ongoing industrialization while flags flutter atop ships indicating international commerce taking place within these harbor walls. This remarkable piece provides us with insight into an important chapter in maritime history - one that shaped not only Jarrow Slake but also impacted global trade networks during this period of rapid economic growth and technological advancement.
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