oil painting hms powerful royal navy cruiser ship

Exquisite Marine Oil Painting: HMS Powerful – A Tribute to Naval Grandeur

For the discerning collector or maritime enthusiast, this stunning marine oil painting of HMS Powerful, a Royal Navy cruiser, is an extraordinary piece that captures the essence of naval might and historical elegance. This artwork, inspired by the celebrated marine artist Charles Dixon, showcases the ship’s strength as it navigates the open seas with commanding presence.A Masterpiece of Marine ArtThe HMS Powerful was one of the most formidable warships of its time, embodying the innovation and dominance of the British Royal Navy. This oil painting masterfully brings to life its grandeur, depicting the intricate details of the cruiser, the dramatic movement of the waves, and the vastness of the sea. The use of color, light, and texture makes this painting a captivating piece for any art or naval history lover.
HMS Powerful was the lead ship of her class of two protected cruisers built for the Royal Navy (RN) in the 1890s. The builder was Vickers Limited, Barrow-in Furness, laid down on 10 March 1894 and launched on 24th July 1895. Commissioned on 8th June 1897, she was later renamed in 1919 as Impregnable. She was initially assigned to the China Station and then provided landing parties which fought in the Siege of Ladysmith of 1899–1900 during the Second Boer War. After a lengthy refit, the ship was placed in reserve until 1905 when Powerful became the flagship of the Australia Station. Upon her return home in 1912, she was again reduced to reserve for a brief time before she was reclassified as a training ship. The ship remained in this role until 1929 when she was sold for scrap.
The Powerful-class cruiser was designed to counter the Russian armoured cruiser Rurik which had been designed as a long-range commerce raider. This required long range and high speed to catch the Russian ship. The ships displaced 14,200 long tons (14,400 t) at normal load. They had an overall lengthof 538 feet (164.0 m), a beam of 71 feet (21.6 m) and a draught of 27 feet (8.2 m). The ships were powered by a pair of four-cylinder triple-expansion steam engines, each driving one propeller shaft, using steam provided by 48 Belleville boilers. The engines were designed to produce a total of 25,000 indicated horsepower (19,000 kW) at forced draught and gave a maximum speed of 22 knots (41 km/h; 25 mph). Powerful reached a maximum speed of 21.8 knots (40.4 km/h; 25.1 mph) from 25,886 ihp (19,303 kW) during her sea trials. She carried enough coal to give her a range of 7,000 nautical miles(13,000 km; 8,100 mi) at 14 knots (26 km/h; 16 mph) and her complement consisted of 894 officers and ratings.
The main armament of the Powerful-class cruisers consisted of two 9.2-inch (234 mm) Mk VIII guns in single gun turrets, one each fore and aft of the superstructure.[1] Her secondary armament of a dozen 6-inch (152 mm) Mk I or II guns was arranged in casemates amidships. The end casemates were the first two-storey (guns on the main and upper decks) casemates in the RN. For defence against torpedo boats, sixteen 12-pounder 3-inch (76 mm) 12-cwt guns and a dozen 3-pounder (47 mm (1.9 in)) Hotchkiss guns were fitted. Two additional 12-pounder 8-cwt guns could be dismounted for service ashore. The ships also mounted four submerged 18-inch (450 mm) torpedo tubes, a pair on each broadside. With the exception of the barbettes, which used mild steel, all of the protective plating of the cruisers was Harvey armour. The curved protective deck ranged in thickness from 2.5–4 inches (64–102 mm) and the conning tower was protected by 12 inches (305 mm). The armour of the gun turrets, their barbettes and the casemates was 6 inches thick. The casemates had 2-inch (51 mm) backs.
Why This Painting is a Must-Have:Historical Significance – Celebrates the Royal Navy’s naval heritage and the craftsmanship of shipbuilding from a bygone era.
Timeless Elegance – The painting's classic maritime theme fits seamlessly into any décor, from a sophisticated office to a distinguished home gallery.
Exceptional Craftsmanship – Inspired by the techniques of Charles Dixon, renowned for his ability to bring maritime scenes to life.
Collector’s Item – A rare and unique piece that adds value to any maritime art collection. Investment Potential – Marine paintings have consistently held their value and remain sought-after by collectors worldwide.Ideal for Collectors & Enthusiasts
Provenance from a private marine collection & in collection of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
This artwork is perfect for collectors of nautical paintings, naval memorabilia, and British maritime history. Whether you are an avid collector or simply appreciate the beauty of historic ships, this painting will be a striking focal point in any space.Own a Piece of Naval HistoryDon’t miss the opportunity to acquire this magnificent oil painting of HMS Powerful. It’s more than just a painting—it’s a tribute to the Royal Navy’s rich history, a testament to maritime artistry, and a statement of refined taste.Contact us today to add this extraordinary marine masterpiece to your collection!Dimensions in centimetres of the frameHigh (36.5 cm)
Wide (47 cm)
Depth (3 cm)

Antiques.co.uk Ref: BAC8CPDP4

Maker/Artist:

R Warr

Materials:

Oil on canvas

Width (cm):

47

Height (cm):

36.5

Depth (cm):

3

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