Drawing of a merchant ship
Artist
Frank Norton
(1916-1983)
Date1936-1937
Object number00027991
NameDrawing
MediumPaper, pencil, conti crayon
DimensionsSheet: 314 x 447 mm
Mount: 413 x 509 mm, 3 mm
Overall: 413 x 509 mm, 3 mm, 0.2 kg
Image: 266 x 389 mm
Mount: 413 x 509 mm, 3 mm
Overall: 413 x 509 mm, 3 mm, 0.2 kg
Image: 266 x 389 mm
Copyright© Lynne Norton
ClassificationsArt
Credit LineANMM Collection
DescriptionArtist Frank Norton spent a large amount of time on ships throughout his career. Sketches such as this display his ability in technical drawing as well as his knowledge of the construction of ships.HistoryMerchant ships have been an integral part of the Australian economy since European settlement in 1788 and the movement of imports and exports by sea continues to be vital to Australia's national interests.SignificanceThis drawing captures some of the onboard activities of merchant ships.
