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Harpooning a Greenland Whale
Harpooning a Greenland Whale which has tossed one of the attacking boats. From William Jardine The Naturlists Library: " On the Ordinary Cetacea", Edinburgh, 1837. Hand-coloured engraving
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Media ID 9703389
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Cetacea Conservation Fishing Lighting Natural Whaling
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 39.6cm x 27.1cm (15.6" x 10.7")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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
This print takes us back in time to an extraordinary moment of human endeavor and the raw power of nature. Depicting a scene from William Jardine's renowned book, "The Naturalists Library: On the Ordinary Cetacea" this hand-coloured engraving showcases a gripping encounter between man and beast during a harpooning expedition. In this historical snapshot, we witness a group of brave fishermen engaged in an intense battle with a colossal Greenland Whale. The sheer size and strength of the magnificent creature are evident as it fiercely tosses one of the attacking boats into the air. The lighting in this image beautifully captures both the dramatic tension and ethereal beauty that surrounds such perilous encounters. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this photograph serves as a reminder of our complex relationship with nature. It transports us to an era when whaling was not only prevalent but also vital for survival due to its valuable resource – oil. However, it also prompts reflection on conservation efforts today and our responsibility towards protecting these majestic creatures. As we delve into history through images like these, let us be reminded that progress is not solely measured by commercial gain but also by how far we have come in understanding and respecting our natural world. This remarkable piece from Universal Images Group (UIG) invites us to appreciate both the artistry captured within it and the lessons it imparts about humanity's evolving relationship with cetaceans throughout history.
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