Shipping in Douglas Harbour
Date made: c.1905
Artist: Holland, John
Description: John Holland paints a calm and tranquil scene in Douglas Harbour during the height of the Isle of Man’s tourist heyday. A Steam Packet ship waits to gather visitors at the Victoria pier, whilst holiday makers enjoy swimming and rowing in the bay. Landmark buildings such as the Victoria Pier Arcade and Falcon Cliff Hotel can be seen in the background. To the foreground an idealised image of the Douglas Herring Fleet is depicted nestled alongside the Red Pier. One of the vessels has a visible port code PL 31 indicating that it was registered in Peel.
Measurements: unframed artwork: 81 cm x 127 cm
Materials: oil on canvas
Object name: painting
Collection: Art Collection
ID number: L21573
Subject tags : #artgalleryplace
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