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Ophavsret Dette værk er i det offentlige domæne. George Webster døde i 1864; ophavsretten varer 70 år efter kunstnerens død, så den udløb i 1934.
I kontekst
His majesty's sloop — George Webster
Øverste række: årene. Nederste række: kunstnerens alder ved begyndelsen og slutningen af hver periode — 0 ved fødsel, 67 ved død.
Skyggelagt: George Webster' livstid (1797–1864) hvert dateret maleri, årti for årti
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Primær farve
Rosy Brown #b7ac8a
Katalogiseret palet
Disse farver i kunstnerens samlede palet Find andre malerier efter farve
De ti førende lande
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Sammen udgør disse værker 100,0% af den samlede opmærksomhed, som denne kunstners malerier har modtaget i løbet af de sidste tolv måneder. Kataloget indeholder 22 værker af denne kunstner, hvoraf 2 er blevet set mindst én gang. Dette maleri er endnu ikke blevet vist i denne periode — det afslutter listen uden en rangering. Det samme gælder måned for måned
Søjlerne måler opmærksomhed, ikke kvalitet. Vælg værket øverst og dette her: nævn én ting, der kan gøre et maleri berømt udover selve det tekniske håndværk.
Kunstner og museum
Født i Kendal, United Kingdom
George Webster stands as a refined and evocative figure within the realm of late 18th and early 19th-century British marine art. His work, characterized by a deep connection to the sea, captures the varied sailing vessels and coastal cities he witnessed firsthand during his travels along the European and British coasts. Adopting the 17th-century Dutch maritime style, Webster brought a sense of historical weight and meticulous detail to his canvases, creating paintings that serve not only as art but as vital, accurate historical records of the ships and naval life of his era.
The scope of Webster's artistry was profoundly shaped by his extensive journeys. His travels allowed him to document the maritime landscapes of the world with an eyewitness's precision. Between 1803 and 1806, his explorations took him to Africa, where he encountered the Slave Coast of West Africa. During this period, he produced poignant works such as a seascape depicting two British slave ships at Fort Christiansborg, a piece now preserved in the Danish Maritime Museum. His ability to translate the atmosphere of distant shores into the language of marine painting highlights a career defined by movement and observation.
As his reputation grew, Webster began exhibiting his work in the most prestigious London galleries, including the Royal Academy, the British Institution, and the Royal Society of British Artists. This exposure allowed his maritime narratives to reach a wider audience, cementing his place within the British art scene. Beyond the brush, he was also a skilled engraver, publishing works that commemorated significant naval events, such as the dedication of a print honoring Captain James Lawrence.
The historical significance of George Webster's oeuvre is reflected in the prestigious institutions that house his works today. His paintings and prints offer a window into a bygone age of sail, preserving the silhouettes of vessels and the moods of the sea for future generations. His artistic legacy is preserved across several major collections, including:
The Victoria & Albert Museum
The British Museum
The National Maritime Museum of England
The Danish Maritime Museum
Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery
The Collection of the British Museum
Through his dedication to the maritime tradition, Webster ensured that the fleeting moments of naval history were captured with a permanence that continues to captivate art historians and maritime enthusiasts alike.
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