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Bristol Docks and Quay, c. 1760 (oil on canvas)
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Bristol Docks and Quay, c. 1760 (oil on canvas)
BAG267647 Bristol Docks and Quay, c.1760 (oil on canvas) by English School, (18th century); 64.2x77.2 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: also known as Broad Quay; picture once attributed to Peter Monamy; ); eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22950052
© Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives / Bridgeman Images
Barrel Busy Canal Cargo Export Import Merchandise Shipping Trading Daily Life Scene Merchant
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This print showcases the bustling Bristol Docks and Quay in the year 1760. Painted with oil on canvas by an anonymous English School artist from the 18th century, this masterpiece measures 64.2x77.2 cm and is currently housed at the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery in the UK. Also known as Broad Quay, this vibrant scene depicts a lively harbour filled with activity. The painting captures the essence of daily life during that era, showcasing various elements such as shipping barrels, busy merchants, and boats engaged in trade. This Georgian-era artwork provides a glimpse into a time when commerce thrived through import and export activities. The detailed brushstrokes beautifully portray the canal's industry as it bustles with cargo-laden vessels navigating its waters. A tugboat can also be seen gracefully guiding larger ships along their path. Transporting viewers back to a bygone era, this stunning painting evokes a sense of nostalgia for an age defined by maritime trade and bustling ports. Its historical significance lies not only in its artistic merit but also in its ability to transport us to another time where merchant ships played a vital role in global commerce. As part of Bridgeman Images' collection on Fine Art Finder, this print offers art enthusiasts an opportunity to appreciate both the skillful technique employed by the unknown artist and gain insight into our rich maritime history without commercial use being mentioned or implied.
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