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Celebrating the crossing of the Equator
Scene on a Royal Navy ship. It is the custom on board ship to indulge in merrymaking when crossing the Equator -- in fancy dress if its your first time. Date: circa 1845
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Media ID 14268622
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1840s 1845 Celebrating Celebration Chariot Crossing Custom Deck Equator Fancy Merrymaking Neptune Rigging Sailors Trident
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the thrill of seafaring tradition with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "Celebrating the Crossing of the Equator" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to circa 1845, where the Royal Navy crew is seen indulging in merrymaking as they cross the Equator for the first time. Dressed in elaborate costumes, they celebrate this milestone with laughter, joy, and camaraderie. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the vibrant colors and intricate details of this historic scene to life in your home or office. Order now and let this timeless moment become a cherished piece of your decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Celebrating the Crossing of the Equator: A Scene on a Royal Navy Ship, Circa 1845 The crossing of the Equator, a significant milestone for sailors during long voyages, was marked with merrymaking and festivities on board Royal Navy ships in the 1840s. This vintage print from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the jovial atmosphere of such an occasion. Sailors, dressed in colorful and fantastical costumes, gather on the deck of the ship. Some wear elaborate headgear, while others don animal masks or carry props, such as tridents and chariots, symbolizing the king of the sea, Neptune. The rigging above them is adorned with streamers and bunting, adding to the carnival-like atmosphere. The Equator, represented by a chalked line on the deck, is the boundary between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Crossing it marked a change in climate and weather conditions for the sailors, and the custom of crossing the line ceremony was a way to mark this transition and celebrate the end of the harsh tropical conditions they had faced. First-time crossers, known as "pollywogs," were subjected to various pranks and rituals, including being doused in water, shaved, or forced to perform menial tasks. Only after completing these tasks and paying a tribute to Neptune could they be considered "shellbacks" and join in the merrymaking. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the traditions and customs of life at sea during the Victorian era. The intricate details of the sailors' costumes, the ship's rigging, and the lively expressions on their faces bring the scene to life, transporting us back in time to experience the excitement and camaraderie of a Royal Navy ship crossing the Equator.
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