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Seascape with Wreckage (oil on canvas)
TW427035 Seascape with Wreckage (oil on canvas) by Carmichael, John Wilson (1800-68); 50.8x76.1 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: The Tyne was a very dangerous river in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Black Midden rocks, the Herd Sands and the Tynemouth Bar made entering or leaving the river difficult. This was especially true before the piers were built and the river was dredged. Sailing ships lacked the power of engines and didn t have modern navigational aids like radar; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22919190
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Mast Shipwreck Sinking Storm Waves Wreck
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This print captures the tumultuous beauty of a seascape with wreckage. Painted by John Wilson Carmichael in the 19th century, this oil on canvas artwork measures 50.8x76.1 cm and is currently housed at the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. The painting depicts a scene from the treacherous Tyne River during the 18th and 19th centuries when it posed great danger to sailors. The Black Midden rocks, Herd Sands, and Tynemouth Bar made navigating through or leaving the river incredibly challenging before piers were constructed and dredging took place. This was an era where sailing ships lacked modern navigational aids like radar and relied solely on wind power. In this composition, Carmichael skillfully portrays a shipwreck amidst stormy waves. The sinking vessel's mast stands tall against darkened skies as crashing waves threaten its stability. The artist's attention to detail brings forth a sense of realism that allows viewers to almost feel the intensity of the storm. Seascape with Wreckage serves as both a testament to nature's unyielding power and an homage to those who braved these perilous waters in pursuit of trade or adventure. This evocative painting reminds us of our vulnerability in face of nature's might while showcasing Carmichael's mastery in capturing dramatic seascapes.
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