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High noon in the boatyard, Rye, 1909. Creator: Martin Hardie
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High noon in the boatyard, Rye, 1909. Creator: Martin Hardie
High noon in the boatyard, Rye, 1909
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High Noon in the Boatyard - A Snapshot of Rye's Rich Maritime History
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In this etching by renowned artist Martin Hardie (1875-1958), we are transported to a quintessential English seaside town at the height of its maritime prowess. High noon on July 14, 1909, finds us standing in the bustling boatyard of Rye, East Sussex, where wooden vessels have been crafted for generations.
As the sun reaches its zenith over the shore, Hardie's deft pen and ink capture every detail of this industrious scene: weathered shipwrights toil away on their latest project; a sturdy hull takes shape beneath the skilled hands of craftsmen; and planks stretch out like giant wooden ribs towards us. The air is thick with the scent of freshly cut wood, tarred ropes, and sea salt.
This evocative print not only showcases Hardie's mastery of black-and-white etching but also provides a poignant glimpse into Rye's rich heritage as a shipbuilding hub during its heyday in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As we gaze upon this timeless scene, we are reminded that even amidst the passage of time, certain moments remain frozen in our collective memory – much like High Noon on July 14, 1909, forever preserved by Martin Hardie's artistic vision.
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