The Slave Trade

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "The Slave Trade", originally brought to life by the talented George Morland. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to George Morland and his artistic vision.

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"The Slave Trade" is a significant oil painting by the English artist George Morland, created in 1788. The work is a stark depiction of the transatlantic slave trade, which was a contentious issue in Britain at the time. Morland, known for his scenes of English rural life, took a departure from his usual subjects to engage with a topic of political and moral urgency. The painting portrays a scene of African slaves being traded to European merchants, highlighting the brutality and inhumanity of the slave trade.

Measuring 25.5 inches by 36 inches, the painting is characterized by its dramatic composition and emotive content. It shows a group of African men and women in a state of distress as they are being inspected by white traders, with a British slave ship waiting in the background. The work is noted for its realistic portrayal of the physical and emotional suffering of the enslaved individuals, which was intended to elicit empathy and support for the abolitionist cause.

"The Slave Trade" was exhibited in London in 1788, the same year that the British Parliament began to debate the regulation of the slave trade, leading to the eventual passage of the Slave Trade Act of 1807, which made the trade illegal within the British Empire. Morland's painting is considered an important piece of abolitionist art, contributing to the growing public awareness and condemnation of the slave trade during the late 18th century.

The painting is held in various collections and has been displayed in several exhibitions focusing on art and slavery. It remains a poignant reminder of the role of art in social and political activism, and continues to be studied for its historical significance and its impact on the abolitionist movement in Britain.

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