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In the foreground is a merchantman, in port-bow view and flying the red ensign. To the left is a cutter running under a large square course and foresail. To the right is a ketch-rigged royal yacht. In the background, above the white cliffs, stands Dover Castle, while the town of Dover lies to the left in the hollow between the lines of cliffs to right and left. Most of the artist's extant paintings date from the last six years of his career and are principally marine subject matter. Brooking's reputation as a marine artist was well established by 1755, and although his stylistic range shows the influence of Simon de Vlieger and Willem van de Velde II, his approach was uncompromisingly individualistic. His careful attention to detail evinces an informed knowledge of maritime practice and naval architecture.
Title
A Merchantman and a Royal Yacht Beating to Windward off Dover
Medium
oil on panel
Measurements
H 102.5 x W 128 cm
Accession number
BHC1023
Work type
Painting
National Maritime Museum
Romney Road, Greenwich, London, Greater London SE10 9NF England
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