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Fishing Craft off the Eddystone Lighthouse (oil on panel)
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Fishing Craft off the Eddystone Lighthouse (oil on panel)
TW426855 Fishing Craft off the Eddystone Lighthouse (oil on panel) by Beavis, Richard (1824-96); 13.9x23.9 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22919158
© Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums / Bridgeman Images
Cornwall Devon English Seascape Fishermen Fishing Boat Sailing Boats Sails Stormy Vessels Waves
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This print titled "Fishing Craft off the Eddystone Lighthouse" by Richard Beavis takes us on a journey to the stormy English seascape of Cornwall in the 19th century. The oil on panel painting, measuring 13.9x23.9 cm, is housed at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. In this Victorian masterpiece, Beavis skillfully captures the essence of a treacherous sea as fishing boats and sailing vessels battle against towering waves. The scene unfolds near Smeaton's Lighthouse, also known as the Eddystone Lighthouse, which stands tall amidst nature's fury. The artist's attention to detail is evident in his depiction of each vessel's sails billowing against an ominous sky. The fishermen aboard these craft are portrayed as brave souls facing adversity head-on in pursuit of their livelihoods. This artwork not only showcases Beavis' mastery but also serves as a historical record of maritime life during that era. It transports viewers back to a time when fishing was both perilous and essential for coastal communities. As we admire this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, let us appreciate not only its artistic value but also its ability to transport us into a world where man and nature collide with breathtaking intensity.
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