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Convicts Farewell
Black-eyed Sue and Sweet Poll of Plymouth take leave of their lovers who are bound for Botany Bay as transported convicts, 12th May 1794. Both ladies are characters from sailors sea shanties. Engraving from Laurie & Whittle. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11797110
© 2007 Getty Images
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the rich history and intrigue of the high seas with our Convicts Farewell poster print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This evocative image, captured by Hulton Archive, depicts the poignant moment as Black-eyed Sue and Sweet Poll of Plymouth bid farewell to their lovers, who are being transported as convicts to Botany Bay. These beloved characters from sailor sea shanties add a captivating tale to your wall. Bring history to life in your home or office with this beautiful and authentic work of art.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 55.4cm x 42cm (21.8" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
Convicts Farewell - A Timeless Tale of Love and Loss
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we are transported back to the 18th century, where the poignant scene of departure unfolds. "Convicts Farewell (Black-eyed Sue and Sweet Poll of Plymouth take leave of their lovers who are bound for Botany Bay as transported convicts, 12th May 1794)" captures an emotional moment etched in history. The engraving from Laurie & Whittle showcases two iconic characters from sailors' sea shanties bidding farewell to their beloved partners. The landscape format beautifully frames the setting – a bustling port town with ships ready to embark on treacherous voyages. The mood is palpable; a mix of hope and despair lingers in the air as these brave souls face an uncertain future in faraway lands. Amidst this backdrop, action unfolds as Black-eyed Sue and Sweet Poll bid farewell to their convicted lovers. Their tearful eyes reflect both love's enduring strength and heart-wrenching pain. As they clutch onto cherished objects – perhaps tokens of affection or reminders of happier times – one cannot help but feel a deep sense of empathy for these women left behind. This print serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst adversity, love knows no bounds. It transports us to a time long gone yet resonates with universal emotions that transcend generations. Let it serve as a testament to the human spirit's resilience and unwavering devotion despite life's trials. (Note:
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