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After a Storm (oil on canvas)
1213067 After a Storm (oil on canvas) by Carmichael, John Wilson (1800-68) (attr. to); 91.0x71.8 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: The building on the cliff of this shipwreck scene may be intended to represent Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland. This was a dangerous stretch of the coast in the 19th century. The picture is probably by a follower of the North East artist John Wilson Carmichael. The colouring and drawing of the figures are rather cruder than Carmichaels own work.); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23559782
© Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums / Bridgeman Images
Aftermath Choppy Cliff Dark Northumberland Perilous Romanticist Shipwreck Storm Stormy Wreck Wrecked Dunstanburgh Castle
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This print captures the aftermath of a storm, depicted in oil on canvas by John Wilson Carmichael (1800-68) or possibly one of his followers. The scene showcases a shipwreck amidst dark and stormy seas, with a building perched precariously on the cliff. Believed to represent Dunstanburgh Castle in Northumberland, this painting illustrates the treacherous nature of England's 19th-century coastline. The artist's skill is evident in the dramatic portrayal of the wrecked ship and choppy waves, while the figures within the composition display slightly cruder coloring and drawing techniques compared to Carmichael's own work. This piece falls into the romanticist genre, evoking feelings of danger and peril against a backdrop of wild weather. Located at Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, this maritime painting offers viewers an immersive experience into Britain's coastal history. The image transports us to a time when storms posed significant threats to sailors navigating these perilous waters. With its powerful depiction of nature's wrath and its connection to historical landmarks like Dunstanburgh Castle, this artwork serves as both an aesthetic delight and an educational tool for understanding England's rich maritime heritage.
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