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A Paddle-Steamer leaving Dover Harbour, 1879 (pencil & w / c on paper)
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A Paddle-Steamer leaving Dover Harbour, 1879 (pencil & w / c on paper)
CH402449 A Paddle-Steamer leaving Dover Harbour, 1879 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Callow, William (1812-1908); 22.5x35.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23292042
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In this photo print, we are transported back in time to the year 1879, witnessing a remarkable sight at Dover Harbour. The pencil and watercolor on paper artwork by William Callow beautifully captures the essence of this historical moment. A majestic Paddle-Steamer takes center stage as it gracefully glides through the calm waters of the English Channel. Its powerful steamboat engine propels it forward, leaving behind gentle ripples that reflect the golden hues of sunlight. The vessel's elegant design is highlighted against the backdrop of Dover's iconic white cliffs, creating a striking contrast between man-made engineering and nature's raw beauty. The bustling town of Dover stands proudly in the background, its port bustling with activity as sailors prepare for their maritime adventures. A fort perched atop a hill serves as a reminder of England's rich history and strategic coastal defense. Callow's meticulous attention to detail brings every element to life - from each brushstroke depicting waves crashing against the shoreline to delicate pencil lines defining architectural features along the coast. This extraordinary painting not only celebrates an era when paddle-steamers ruled these waters but also immortalizes an important part of England's nautical heritage. It invites us to marvel at both human ingenuity and nature's grandeur while evoking a sense of nostalgia for simpler times gone by.
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