The Paddle Steamer 'Commodore'

Image credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

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The paddle steamer ‘Commodore’ is shown broadside-on. Smoke is shown billowing from her stack and water is shown moving through the paddle wheel of the 1,600-ton ship which was built in London in 1834. The advanced technology of the paddle steamer is promoted in this ship’s portrait, in contrast to the other shipping nearby and in the distance, still relying solely on sail. The name ‘Commodore’ is clearly visible on the flag on the main mast. The painting is signed and dated ‘W Clark 1839’.

National Maritime Museum

London

Title

The Paddle Steamer 'Commodore'

Date

1839

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 91.4 x W 113 cm

Accession number

BHC3269

Work type

Painting

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