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The North-West Passage, 1874. Artist: Joseph Swain
The North-West Passage, 1874. Mr Disraeli, the Conservative Prime Minister, looks thoughtfully into the distance. Charts and maps are spread out around him and at his elbow is the drink of Popularity. Britannia sits at his feet. This relates to the decision by Disraelis government to undertake another attempt to complete the mapping of the Northwest Passage through the archipelago that stretches from the North American mainland towards the North Pole. It was a dangerous enterprise, not just because of the geographical difficulties that would have to be overcome. The weather and the sea ice had also to be contended with. From Punch, or the London Charivari, December 5, 1874
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Britannia Chart Conservative Conservative Party Famous People Helmet Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Prime Minister Sir John Tenniel Swain Tenniel Thinking Allegorical Figure
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.3cm (9.6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 print titled "The North-West Passage, 1874" we see the renowned Conservative Prime Minister, Mr Disraeli, deep in thought as he gazes into the distance. Surrounding him are charts and maps spread out meticulously, symbolizing his government's decision to undertake a perilous expedition to complete the mapping of the Northwest Passage. The archipelago stretching from North America towards the North Pole posed not only geographical challenges but also treacherous weather conditions and sea ice. As Britannia sits faithfully at his feet, representing national pride and strength, Mr Disraeli contemplates this audacious endeavor. At his elbow rests a glass containing Popularity - an allusion to both public support for his administration and perhaps a much-needed drink to fortify himself for what lies ahead. This intricate engraving by Joseph Swain captures not only the political significance of this moment but also serves as a satirical commentary on British politics in the 19th century. Through monochrome imagery and allegorical figures like Britannia, Swain masterfully depicts the weighty decisions faced by politicians during that era. With its rich historical context and artistic finesse, this print transports us back to a time when statesmen like Mr Disraeli navigated uncharted territories both literally and metaphorically. It stands as a testament to their determination in pushing boundaries despite formidable obstacles – an enduring legacy captured through John Tenniel's collaboration with Joseph Swain in creating this remarkable piece of art.
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