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Staffa, Fingals Cave, 1832 (oil on canvas)
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Staffa, Fingals Cave, 1832 (oil on canvas)
XYC118555 Staffa, Fingals Cave, 1832 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 90.9x121.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: Staffa is an island of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, 10 kilometres west of the Isle of Mull. Fingals Cave is a main sea cavern named by Sir Joseph Banks; Felix Mendelssohn visited and wrote the Hebrides overture.); English, out of copyright
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This print showcases Joseph Mallord William Turner's masterpiece, "Staffa, Fingals Cave". Painted in 1832 using oil on canvas, this artwork measures 90.9x121.4 cm and is currently housed in the Yale Center for British Art's Paul Mellon Collection in the USA. The painting depicts the stunning island of Staffa, located in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. Known for its natural beauty and unique geological formations, Staffa is situated just ten kilometers west of the Isle of Mull. The focal point of this composition is Fingals Cave, a magnificent sea cavern named by Sir Joseph Banks. Turner expertly captures the stormy atmosphere surrounding this picturesque scene. Dark clouds loom overhead as turbulent waves crash against rocky cliffs. A small boat battles against nature's forces while a steamer can be seen navigating through treacherous waters. This artwork holds historical significance beyond its artistic merit. It inspired Felix Mendelssohn to compose his renowned Hebrides Overture after he visited Fingals Cave himself. With its dramatic portrayal of Scotland's rugged coastline and tumultuous seascape, Turner transports viewers to another time and place. This print serves as a testament to his mastery as an English painter and continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty.
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