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Emigrant Ship Leaving Belfast
Emigrant Ship Leaving Belfast (1852). Wilson, James Glen 1827-1863. This painting, by a young artist from County Down, shows a departing ship, probably bound for America, being towed down the Victoria Channel in Belfast harbour, towards the open sea. As a work of art the picture reveals Wilson?s mastery of natural elements like sea and sky and his eye for genre detail, such as the grief stricken families on the quayside, waving their loved ones off to far-away shores. Date: 1852
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Belfast Bound Channel Departing Emigrant Glen Leaving Towed Wilson Shows
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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Emigrant Ship Leaving Belfast
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is a powerful and poignant painting by the young Irish artist James Glen Wilson, created in 1852. This masterpiece captures the moment of departure of an emigrant ship from Belfast Harbour, most likely bound for America. Wilson's exceptional artistic skills are on full display in this work, as he expertly renders the natural elements of the sea and sky. The vast, turbulent waters of the Victoria Channel are contrasted with the calm, serene sky, creating a sense of both excitement and trepidation. But it is the human element of the scene that truly sets this painting apart. The quayside is filled with families and loved ones, their faces etched with grief and sadness as they wave goodbye to their loved ones, who are embarking on a journey to far-away shores. The emotions of the moment are palpable, and Wilson's keen eye for detail captures the raw emotion of the scene with sensitivity and nuance. Wilson, who hailed from County Down, was a talented artist whose work would go on to gain widespread acclaim. "Emigrant Ship Leaving Belfast" is a testament to his artistic prowess and his ability to capture the complexities of the human experience. The painting is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of those who emigrated from Ireland during this period, and the enduring bonds of love and family that sustained them through their journey to a new land.
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