A Fishing Smack

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A Fishing Smack

This painting shows a large, red sailed smack, a traditional fishing boat, contrasting heavily with the steamer, visible in the background. Date: circa 1923

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Contrasting Heavily Phillpotts Sailed Smack Steamer Visible 1923 Volume

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Title: A Fishing Smack, Circa 1923 This evocative painting captures the essence of the traditional fishing industry as it stood in contrast to the emerging modern technology of the early 20th century. The large, red-sailed smack, a quintessential symbol of the English fishing fleet, dominates the foreground of the image. With its distinctive tall mast and triangular sails, the smack cuts through the water with a grace and agility that speaks to the skill and experience of its crew. The serene scene is, however, disrupted by the presence of a steam-powered vessel in the background. The steamer, with its imposing size and industrial machinery, represents the encroachment of modern technology on the traditional way of life. The contrast between the two vessels serves as a poignant reminder of the changing times. The painting, believed to be created around 1923, is the work of renowned English artist Henry Phillpotts. It was published in the July issue of a popular magazine, Volume 18, and is part of the extensive collection of the March of the Women archive at Mary Evans Prints Online. The vibrant colours of the painting bring the scene to life, with the deep red of the smack's sails contrasting beautifully with the azure waters and the muted greens and browns of the surrounding landscape. The attention to detail in the painting is remarkable, from the intricate rigging of the smack to the individual planks of its hull. This painting is not only a visual feast but also a historical document, offering a glimpse into a bygone era when the sea provided a livelihood for countless families and communities. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience and adaptability of those who made their living from the sea, and the enduring allure of the traditional fishing smack.

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