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Poster Print : Pike-Headed Rorqual Whale taken in the Dart, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Pike-Headed Rorqual Whale taken in the Dart, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Pike-Headed Rorqual Whale taken in the Dart, 1856....a fine specimen...discovered [on the north shore of Millbay creek, nearly opposite the Castle in the Wood, at Dartmouth] by a cottager...It was nearly dry when found, and the cottager thought that it he left it alone it would soon die for want of water; but, on visiting it again at four p.m. it was as lively as ever, and trying to stab it with a knife he made no impression on it, when he cut it with a bill-hook over the back of the neck, soon dividing the large vessels, which bled profusely. The creature got in to its "flurry, " drove the mud up a tremendous height by the blows of its tail, and death soon put an end to its struggle. The man took it for a shark, and thinking it was of no value sold it for a few shillings. After being exhibited at Dartmouth it was removed to Totnes, with the intention of being taken to Exeter and Bristol for a similar purpose'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image showcases a rare and intriguing discovery - a Pike-Headed Rorqual Whale, captured in the Dart estuary, England, in 1856. The whale, with its distinctive pike-like head, was a fine specimen that drew great interest from the local community. This beautifully preserved photograph, taken nearly opposite the Castle in the Wood on the north shore of Millbay creek, is a testament to the wonders of the natural world that once captivated the imagination of generations past. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your home or office with this unique and captivating poster print.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.2cm x 42cm (20.6" 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.
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In this photograph from 1856, a Pike-Headed Rorqual Whale lies stranded on the shores of the Dart, a body of water in Devon, England. The exact creator of this image remains unknown, but the scene is vividly described in an article from the Illustrated London News, published that same year. The Rorqual Whale, with its distinctive pike-like head and long, tubular body, was a rare sight for the residents of Dartmouth. This particular specimen was discovered on the north shore of Millbay creek, near the Castle in the Wood, by a local cottager. Believing it to be a shark, the man was initially unimpressed by his discovery. However, upon closer inspection, he realized the true nature of the creature. Despite his initial intentions, the cottager soon found that the whale was not dying from lack of water as he had assumed. In fact, it was still lively, and when he attempted to harm it with a knife, he made no impression. In frustration, he resorted to using a bill-hook, which soon proved effective in dividing the large vessels in its neck. The whale reacted with a powerful display of strength, driving mud up to great heights with its tail blows. Tragically, the whale's struggle came to an end shortly thereafter. The man sold the carcass for a few shillings, and it was eventually transported to Totnes with the intention of being displayed in Exeter and Bristol. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the awe and curiosity that surrounded such encounters with the natural world in the 19th century.
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