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Prince Consort' was an iron paddle steamer which mainly voyaged from Leith to Lerwick. The ship was wrecked on Aberdeen's North Pier on 11th March 1863 which resulted in the vessel breaking in two. The 'Prince Consort' was salvaged and rebuilt but was destined for further mishap four years later.
Title
The Wreck of the 'Prince Consort'
Date
1863
Medium
oil on board
Measurements
H 14.7 x W 22 cm
Accession number
ABDAG001280
Acquisition method
purchased, 1986
Work type
Painting
Normally on display at
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY Scotland
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