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Fine Art Print : An Interesting Scene on board an East-Indiaman, showing the Effects of a Heavy Lurch, pub.1818 (coloured etching)
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An Interesting Scene on board an East-Indiaman, showing the Effects of a Heavy Lurch, pub.1818 (coloured etching)
3526876 An Interesting Scene on board an East-Indiaman, showing the Effects of a Heavy Lurch, pub.1818 (coloured etching) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 38517386
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Accident Chaos Drunk Falling Passengers Red Wine Rocking Spilling Tilting Violent Accidents Dine Lurching Mealtime
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step aboard and experience the thrill of life at sea with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse! This stunning coloured etching, 'An Interesting Scene on board an East-Indiaman, showing the Effects of a Heavy Lurch', by renowned artist George Cruikshank (1792-1878), takes you back in time to the early 19th century. Published in 1818 and full of character, this print is sure to delight art lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 vibrant and humorous colored etching by George Cruikshank captures a chaotic scene on board an East-Indiaman ship during a heavy lurch. The passengers, both male and female, are depicted in various states of distress as the ship tilts violently, causing them to fall and spill their drinks and meals.
The exaggerated expressions on the faces of the passengers add to the satirical nature of the scene, with some appearing drunk or disoriented from the sudden movement. The intricate details in this engraving bring to life the chaos that ensues when a ship experiences rough seas.
From the red wine splattering across the cabin to plates flying off tables, every aspect of this illustration conveys the pandemonium caused by a heavy lurch at sea. Despite its comical elements, this artwork also serves as a reminder of the dangers and unpredictability of travel by sea during this time period.
Cruikshank's skillful depiction of motion and emotion in "An Interesting Scene on board an East-Indiaman" makes it a captivating piece that offers viewers a glimpse into life aboard ships in the early 19th century.
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