Framed Prints
Framed Print of Dan the fisherman overhauled by British cruisers
Dan the fisherman overhauled by British cruisers. A humorous but favorable portrayal of secretary of state Daniel Websters assertive role in the dispute over American fishing rights in Canadian waters. (See also Edward W. Clays John Bulls Fish Monopoly, no.&1 1852-4, for background on this controversy.). The print reflects the belligerent attitude of northeastern Americans toward Britain over the matter. The powerful figure of Daniel Webster looms large in the center of the work. He stands in the fore of a small fishing boat on the Bay of Fundy, bracing his foot against the inside of the bow. He tows a line strung with fish, struggling against a party of English fishermen who pull from another small boat at left. Also lending their weight to Websters efforts are two American fishermen behind him in the skiff. Old Dan: Now then, pull away boys! pull away! ah theres no use, them English have got too much bottom for us &ther powerful strong in the arms. I m afraid we ll lose our fish what shall we do? Negotiate? or Fight. American fisherman: Why fight first and Negotiate afterwards, to be sure. Behind them are several larger vessels. The repetition of the initial D in the title is puzzling. It is probably a fragment of the word Old, partially obliterated in this and other recorded impressions of the print. (Webster was seventy in 1852.). Date 1852. Dan the fisherman overhauled by British cruisers. A humorous but favorable portrayal of secretary of state Daniel Websters assertive role in the dispute over American fishing rights in Canadian waters. (See also Edward W. Clays John Bulls Fish Monopoly, no.&1 1852-4, for background on this controversy.). The print reflects the belligerent attitude of northeastern Americans toward Britain over the matter. The powerful figure of Daniel Webster looms large in the center of the work. He stands in the fore of a small fishing boat on the Bay of Fundy, bracing his foot against the inside of the bow. Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries. © Mary Evans / Library of Congress
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Media ID 7355392
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.2cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
