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The East India Company's ship 'Lord Lowther', commanded by Charles Steward, leaving the harbour of Prince of Wales island, 1828 (aquatint, coloured etching)
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The East India Company's ship 'Lord Lowther', commanded by Charles Steward, leaving the harbour of Prince of Wales island, 1828 (aquatint, coloured etching)
7342182 The East India Company's ship 'Lord Lowther', commanded by Charles Steward, leaving the harbour of Prince of Wales island, 1828 (aquatint, coloured etching) by Huggins, William John (1781-1845); 55.5x69.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: William John Huggins (artist & publisher); Edward Duncan (engraver)
Inscribed 'To George Gooch Esqr. One of the Elder Bretheren of the Trinity House &c.&c... Honble East India Compys Ship Lord Lowther commanded by Charles Steward Esqr. leaving the Harbour of Prince of Wales Island'.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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The stunning aquatint and colored etching print captures the majestic East India Company's ship 'Lord Lowther' as it leaves the harbor of Prince of Wales Island in 1828. Commanded by Charles Steward, this historic vessel is depicted with intricate detail and vibrant colors, showcasing the artistry of William John Huggins and Edward Duncan.
The scene is alive with movement as the ship sets sail, its sails billowing in the wind against a backdrop of a clear blue sky. The meticulous attention to detail in this artwork transports viewers back to a time when maritime exploration was at its peak, and trade routes connected distant lands.
As one gazes upon this masterpiece, they can almost hear the creaking of wooden planks and feel the salty sea breeze on their skin. It serves as a reminder of the important role that ships like 'Lord Lowther' played in shaping global commerce and connecting cultures across oceans.
This print from the National Maritime Museum in London is not just a work of art; it is a window into history that allows us to appreciate the beauty and significance of seafaring vessels like never before.
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