A striking scene in oil showing a viking holding his axe aloft, surrounded by fire and a great dragon ship. The scene is from the festival of "Up Helly Aa" celebrated in Shetland. "Up Holy [Day] All" is a type of fire festival held annually from January to March in various communities in Shetland, Scotland to mark the end of the yule season. Each festival involves a torchlit procession by squads of costumed participants (known as guizers) that culminates in the burning of an imitation Viking galley. The artist has inscribed on the reverse with details about the event, the date, and their initials. The painting has been presented in a contemporary gilt effect frame.
On canvas board.The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. The frame has general surface scuffing.
30 x 22.2cm (11.8" x 8.7")Framed Size: 34.2 x 26.7cm (13.5" x 10.5")
| SKU | qm769 |
|---|---|
| Artist | A. M. B. |
| Date | 1969 |
| Dimensions | 30 x 22.2cm |
| Medium | Oil |
| Subject | Fashion & Costumes |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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