The Pollux
Artist: Unknown
Date: 1904
Medium: Oil on board
Dimensions: 21.5” x 14.75”
This early 20th-century maritime oil painting, dated 1904, depicts The Pollux, a Swedish cargo steamship originally built in 1883. Set against a turbulent sea under a moody, overcast sky, the vessel is shown navigating heavy waters, with dynamic waves and atmospheric brushwork capturing both movement and tension.
The painting carries significant historical interest. The Pollux tragically collided with a German warship in dense fog in March 1912 and subsequently sank. Remarkably, attached to the back of the painting is a period article recounting the story of a sailor who escaped the shipwreck in a rowboat, was lost for several years, and was ultimately discovered alive.
This work stands as both a compelling seascape and a tangible connection to early 20th-century maritime history, making it a striking and conversation-worthy addition to any collection.
This piece is in good condition, consistent with its vintage age. All artwork is sold as found, and we carefully photograph and highlight any notable signs of age.
The Pollux
Artist: Unknown
Date: 1904
Medium: Oil on board
Dimensions: 21.5” x 14.75”
This early 20th-century maritime oil painting, dated 1904, depicts The Pollux, a Swedish cargo steamship originally built in 1883. Set against a turbulent sea under a moody, overcast sky, the vessel is shown navigating heavy waters, with dynamic waves and atmospheric brushwork capturing both movement and tension.
The painting carries significant historical interest. The Pollux tragically collided with a German warship in dense fog in March 1912 and subsequently sank. Remarkably, attached to the back of the painting is a period article recounting the story of a sailor who escaped the shipwreck in a rowboat, was lost for several years, and was ultimately discovered alive.
This work stands as both a compelling seascape and a tangible connection to early 20th-century maritime history, making it a striking and conversation-worthy addition to any collection.
This piece is in good condition, consistent with its vintage age. All artwork is sold as found, and we carefully photograph and highlight any notable signs of age.
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