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The Ann off Birkenhead, c.1810 (oil on canvas)
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The Ann off Birkenhead, c.1810 (oil on canvas)
7338106 The Ann off Birkenhead, c.1810 (oil on canvas) by Salmon, Robert (1775-1848); 85.1x135.9 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Robert Salmon
A portrait of the merchant ship Ann, flying the 1801 pattern red ensign, probably on her return from a voyage to the West Indies. The ship is shown in three positions, a common convention of ship portraiture, in port-broadside view in the foreground, in stern view on the left and bow view on the right. In the main view the figures on deck are preparing to lower the anchor. In the foreground on the right three figures have lowered the sails on their small fishing craft and the inclusion of such a boat was a typical motif adopted by the artist. In his work technical accuracy and careful delineation are informed by personal experience and intimate knowledge of the sea. This has led to the assumption that Salmon probably supplemented his income as an artist by working in shipping or related industry.
He was born in Whitehaven, Cumberland, where his family probably worked as mariners. He moved to London in the late 1790s and then to Liverpool in 1806. In 1828 he left England for Boston, Massachusetts, where he became a successful painter of marine views ranging from small panels and canvases to theatrical moving panorama scenes. He returned to Europe about 1840 and died between 1848 and 1851, though where is uncertain.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38408952
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This stunning oil on canvas painting by Robert Salmon captures the majestic merchant ship 'Ann' off Birkenhead around 1810. The ship is depicted in three different positions, showcasing the artist's technical accuracy and intimate knowledge of the sea. The 'Ann' is shown flying the 1801 pattern red ensign, most likely returning from a voyage to the West Indies.
Salmon's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this maritime scene - from the figures on deck preparing to lower the anchor, to the small fishing craft with its sails lowered in the foreground. The inclusion of such a boat was a typical motif adopted by Salmon, adding depth and interest to his composition.
Born in Whitehaven, Cumberland into a family of mariners, Salmon's personal experience at sea shines through in his work. His move to London and later Liverpool further fueled his passion for marine views before eventually settling in Boston, Massachusetts where he became a successful painter known for his theatrical moving panorama scenes.
The legacy of Robert Salmon lives on through masterpieces like 'The Ann' off Birkenhead, showcasing not only his artistic talent but also his deep connection to maritime life. This painting serves as a timeless reminder of an era when ships ruled the seas and adventure awaited beyond every horizon.
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