"SS Thistlegorm: Exploring the Stern of a WWII Shipwreck" in the Red Sea offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the solemn beauty of the SS Thistlegorm wreck in the Red Sea. This painting focuses on the ship’s stern, where the remnants of the stern gun sit as a reminder of its historical significance. Two divers, their torches cutting through the vibrant waters, explore the wreck, while schools of fish swim around the structure, bringing life to this submerged world.
Bathed in bright, clear water, this artwork reflects the contrast between history’s weight and the peaceful, thriving ecosystem that now surrounds the wreck. The SS Thistlegorm, once a transport ship during WWII, now serves as a poignant monument to the past and a testament to nature’s ability to transform even the darkest remnants of history into something alive and full of movement.
Gouache on paper, sealed with buffed cold wax
14" wide x 11" high
Unframed and unmatted. Any images showing frames are for display purposes only.
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