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Ship Ahoy (oil on canvas)
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Ship Ahoy (oil on canvas)
1199524 Ship Ahoy (oil on canvas) by Rossi, Alexander M. (1840-1916) (attr.to); 76.2x53.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rossi, Alexander M. (1840-1916) (attr.to)); Photo eChristies Images; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23305272
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Architectural Feature Arm Raised Arms Raised Attributed To Aversion Bare Feet Bare Foot Barefeet Barefoot Bollard English Art English Artist Feet Foot Jetty Look Out Looking Away Lookout On Top Of One Boy Only Outer Garment Pier Raised Arm Rossi Sail Boat Sailboat Sailing Boat Sailing Vessel Scientific Equipment Searching Shorts Small Group Small Group Of Objects Telescope Turning Away Using Hands Victorian Art Watchful Water Transport Water Vehicle Water Vessel Wharf 19th Century Painting Artist British British Artist Ethnic Origin Headwear Natural Space Youthful
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This print titled "Ship Ahoy" showcases a stunning oil on canvas artwork by Alexander M. Rossi (1840-1916) or attributed to him. Measuring 76.2x53.3 cm, this British piece is housed in a private collection and beautifully captures the essence of nineteenth-century sailing. The image portrays a young boy standing barefoot on the shoreline, his gaze fixed out towards the sea as he looks for any signs of approaching ships. The artist skillfully depicts the boy's youthful curiosity and anticipation through his raised arms and attentive posture. Set against a picturesque coastline, with a sailboat visible in the distance, this Victorian-era painting exudes an air of adventure and exploration. The boy's attire, including his jacket and headwear, reflects the fashion of that time period. The composition cleverly juxtaposes natural elements such as water transport and jetty architecture with human presence, creating a harmonious blend between man-made structures and nature's beauty. With its vibrant colors and meticulous brushwork, this oil painting transports viewers back to an era when sailing vessels ruled the seas. It serves as both a visual delight for art enthusiasts and an intriguing glimpse into maritime history. This remarkable print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate not only the artistic talent behind "Ship Ahoy" but also offers us a window into nineteenth-century life by capturing fleeting moments frozen in time.
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