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Fine Art Print : Whalers gauging oil in barrels, from The American Whale Fishery, c. 1850 (engraving)
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Whalers gauging oil in barrels, from The American Whale Fishery, c. 1850 (engraving)
1147279 Whalers gauging oil in barrels, from The American Whale Fishery, c.1850 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23533432
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Barrel Barrels Coasts Dock Shipping Whaler Whalers Whaling Gauging
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the raw power and determination of 19th-century whalers as they gauge precious oil from barrels in this engraving, 'Whalers gauging oil in barrels, from The American Whale Fishery, c.1850.' This evocative image, part of the extensive Bridgeman Images collection from Fine Art Finder, offers a glimpse into the rich history of American whale fishing. Bring the nostalgia of a bygone era into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.3cm (20" x 13.9")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This engraving, titled "Whalers gauging oil in barrels" takes us back to the bustling docks of the American Whale Fishery in the mid-19th century. The scene is filled with a sense of industry and maritime adventure as we witness men hard at work on their whaling ships. The image showcases a group of rugged sailors meticulously measuring and assessing the precious oil contained within large wooden barrels. These skilled whalers, dressed in traditional seafaring attire, stand tall against the backdrop of towering masts and billowing sails. Their weathered faces tell tales of countless voyages across treacherous seas. As they gauge the oil, one can almost smell its distinct aroma permeating through the air - a testament to both their success as hunters and their integral role in fueling America's growing industrial revolution. The barrels themselves bear witness to this symbiotic relationship between man and nature; each one representing hours spent battling mighty whales for survival. Beyond its historical significance, this engraving captures an era when coastal communities thrived on whale hunting as a means of sustenance and economic prosperity. It serves as a poignant reminder that our past is intricately intertwined with our natural surroundings – an interdependence that continues to shape our present-day world. Through this evocative print, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the arduous labor undertaken by these brave souls who risked life and limb upon vast oceans all for the sake of procuring valuable resources from nature
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