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Tyne Wherry at the Mill Dam (oil on canvas)
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Tyne Wherry at the Mill Dam (oil on canvas)
1215671 Tyne Wherry at the Mill Dam (oil on canvas) by Scott, John (1802-82); 77.0x53.8 cm; South Shields Museum & Art Gallery, South Shields, UK; (add.info.: Scott, John
Coal keels (one partly loaded) are drawn up to the Harton Colliery loading staithes at the Mill Dam, South Shields. On the shore is a coal chaldron (wagon), which has been brought along rails from the mine. Other keels are being rowed out to load a two-masted brig in the river. This ship will take coal down the coast to southern ports. In the centre of the scene is a river boat, the wherry Jane. Its hull shows the lines of its overlapping planks (clinker-built). John Scott was a specialist North East painter of ship scenes.); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; French, out of copyright
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The captivating oil painting "Tyne Wherry at the Mill Dam" by John Scott transports viewers to a bustling scene on the shores of South Shields. Measuring 77.0x53.8 cm, this artwork is proudly displayed in the South Shields Museum & Art Gallery in the UK. The painting depicts a vibrant maritime setting, showcasing coal keels drawn up to loading staithes at Harton Colliery. One keel is partially loaded while others are rowed out towards a two-masted brig waiting in the river for its cargo of coal destined for southern ports. The foreground features a coal chaldron wagon brought from the mine along rails. At the heart of this lively composition sits the wherry Jane, a river boat with overlapping planks known as clinker-built hulls, revealing intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail. It serves as an emblematic symbol of transportation and trade during that era. John Scott's expertise lies in capturing ship scenes specific to North East England, making him a specialist painter renowned for his ability to bring these maritime moments to life on canvas. This particular print of "Tyne Wherry at the Mill Dam" offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate Scott's mastery and immerse themselves in an important chapter of South Shields' rich history through artistry and storytelling.
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