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The full-rigger Pacific, (c1860s). Creator: Carolus Ludovicus Weyts
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The full-rigger Pacific, (c1860s). Creator: Carolus Ludovicus Weyts
The full-rigger Pacific, (c1860s). Built in 1867 at Rettig's shipyard in Gavle. belonging to the company Rettig/Rettigska varvet, 1840-1870s
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1860s Activities Activity Adversity Co Rettig Cream Cream Colour Difficult Difficulty Gavle Gavleborg Sweden Gavleborg Gavleborg County Museum Marine Maritime Mast Pacific Rettig And Co Rettig Co Rough Seas Sailing Ships Shipping Industry Storm Stormy Three Masted Three Master View To Sea Voyage Wave Waves Wind Windy Full Rigged Sailing Ship
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This stunning oil painting, titled 'The Full-Rigger Pacific' by Carolus Ludovicus Weyts, transports us back to the 1860s and the bustling maritime scene of Gavle, Sweden. The Pacific, built in 1867 at Rettig's shipyard, is a magnificent three-masted full-rigger, proudly belonging to the esteemed Rettig/Rettigska varvet company. With its cream-coloured hull and grey masts, the Pacific cuts an imposing figure against the stormy backdrop of the North Sea. The painting captures the raw beauty and adversity of life at sea during this era. The Pacific's sails are fully set, billowing in the wind, as the crew braces against the rough seas and the spray of the waves. The people in the painting are focused on their tasks, their expressions a testament to the difficulty and determination required to navigate the stormy waters. The painting's vibrant colors and intricate details bring the Pacific to life, transporting us to a time when the shipping industry was a vital part of Sweden's industrial and economic growth. The Pacific's voyage is a reminder of the courage and resilience of the sailors who braved the elements to transport goods and people across the vast expanse of the sea. This painting is a treasure from the Gavleborg County Museum in Sweden, showcasing the rich maritime heritage of the region and the important role it played in the country's history. The Pacific's view to the sea is a vista of both beauty and challenge, a reminder of the power and majesty of nature and the ingenuity and determination of humankind to harness it for transportation and travel.
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