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Antique Framed Print : Harpooning a Greenland Whale
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Harpooning a Greenland Whale
Harpooning a Greenland Whale which has tossed one of the attacking boats. From William Jardine The Naturlists Library: " On the Ordinary Cetacea", Edinburgh, 1837. Hand-coloured engraving
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Media ID 9703389
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Cetacea Conservation Fishing Lighting Natural Whaling
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 25.4cm (14.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to an extraordinary moment of human endeavor and the raw power of nature. Depicting a scene from William Jardine's renowned book, "The Naturalists Library: On the Ordinary Cetacea" this hand-coloured engraving showcases a gripping encounter between man and beast during a harpooning expedition. In this historical snapshot, we witness a group of brave fishermen engaged in an intense battle with a colossal Greenland Whale. The sheer size and strength of the magnificent creature are evident as it fiercely tosses one of the attacking boats into the air. The lighting in this image beautifully captures both the dramatic tension and ethereal beauty that surrounds such perilous encounters. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this photograph serves as a reminder of our complex relationship with nature. It transports us to an era when whaling was not only prevalent but also vital for survival due to its valuable resource – oil. However, it also prompts reflection on conservation efforts today and our responsibility towards protecting these majestic creatures. As we delve into history through images like these, let us be reminded that progress is not solely measured by commercial gain but also by how far we have come in understanding and respecting our natural world. This remarkable piece from Universal Images Group (UIG) invites us to appreciate both the artistry captured within it and the lessons it imparts about humanity's evolving relationship with cetaceans throughout history.
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