Protected steel cruiser Philadelphia, United States Navy (1893) by Currier and Ives

Protected steel cruiser Philadelphia, United States Navy - Currier and Ives - 1893

Artwork Information

TitleProtected steel cruiser Philadelphia, United States Navy
ArtistCurrier and Ives
Date1893
Art MovementRomanticism

About Protected steel cruiser Philadelphia, United States Navy

The artwork titled “Protected steel cruiser Philadelphia, United States Navy” was created by the artist Currier and Ives in the year 1893. This piece belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is categorized within the marina genre.

The artwork depicts a detailed and vibrant illustration of the protected steel cruiser named “Philadelphia” of the United States Navy. The cruiser is shown navigating through the sea with a clear blue sky and gentle clouds overhead. The foreground features the prominently large vessel, marked by its robust steel structure, arranged with up-to-date maritime technology of the era including multiple smokestacks emitting black smoke and a prominently displayed American flag. The intricate details highlight the complexity and power of the naval ship, presenting it with a sense of grandeur and strength. In the background, additional naval ships are seen, enhancing the scene’s maritime essence and adding depth to the composition, representative of the Romanticism art movement’s tendency to evoke emotion through picturesque and dramatic depictions.

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