HMS Bounty
By Sir Ernie Hamilton Boyette
Painting 36x48"
Closer view of painting.
I will write here about the Bounty as I have time in the future. Just don't watch the Hollywood movie version. The writers of scripts for historical movies like the Bounty are at best incompetent, ignorant and brutally savage when it comes to accurate historical events. The movie does show the ship beautifully so just turn down the volume so you don't have to listen to the stupid script.
The Bounty was a perfect example of shipping of its time. As with many other ships of the time it lived a short life. The length and shape of the hull along with the canvas area, perfectly calculated to properly propel this vessel fairly safely around the world. Even though cargo ships like the Bounty would be eventually eclipsed by the development of the four mast Gray Hounds of the sea like the Cutty Sark, and Flying Cloud, that would be one hundred and fifty years in the future. At the time the Bounty was a very functional vessel.
For the Royal Navy, ships like the Bounty were perfect for fleet service. It was quicker than the Ships of the Line and served easily between the warships transporting foods, supplies and weapons as well as liaison and communication proposes. The Bounty was cost effective in its design and its operation.
The Bounty was a multi-propose cargo ship. Much like the Liberty Ship of its time. The English Navy was to promote trade and be able to protect its trade routs world wide. The government was also active in personal intervention into international trade. Why would the English Navy allow the Bounty be used to transport tree saplings to a tropical island for an already rich Englishman to start a plantation, enslave the local peoples and become even richer? The English and American Governments are famous for helping the rich get richer. Ever read about what happened to the country of Hawaii?
Enjoy my art and let me know if you are interested in purchasing the original painting and helping me publish a print of this historic ship.
Contact me if you are interested in another ship.
Thanks! Sir Hamilton
The painting of the Bounty is 36x48".
The price for this painting is $2,500.00.
Includes shipping.
To buy this painting, please go here.
I will use the funds from the sale of the painting to publish a print.
If you are interested in helping me publish a print of the Bounty please let me know.
Along with the original painting you will receive 100 prints valued at $25.00 each.
You can also make payments.
With 20% down and the balance over 6 to 12 months.
Let me know if you would like to work with me on one of my future prints of famous sailing ships.
I love my job and would love to work for you on something special.
Sir Hamilton
1-904-282-4198
All research, writings and artwork are by Sir Ernie Hamilton Boyette.
No one is permitted to republish any part of this story with out my personal permission.
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I do not mind sharing, just call or e-mail and ask for permission.
Sir Ernie Hamilton Boyette
904-282-4198
e-mail: aviationartstore@peoplepc.com
2-18-07