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Tower of Refuge Square Open Edition Print
Tower of Refuge square open edition print has been produced from original art by local North East artist Emily Ward. All of Emily's art prints are also available framed.
The historic refuge stands proud on the little partially submerged island in the Irish sea. Sea spray splashes up against the aged stonework.
Subtle tones of lilac cast a warming tone to the cloudy skyline.
To view the full art and gift range from Tower of Refuge and Isle of Man please view here.
Tower of Refuge
In 1808 Sir William Hillary moved to the Isle of Man and soon realised how dangerous the waters of the Irish sea were. He founded the Royal National Lifeboat Institution with the concept of a life boat service which would be operated by trained crew.
Sir William Hilary had been part of the rescue for a Steam packet vessel, he was washed overboard and the coast was too far to swim to. He realised that sailors needed a place to wait for rescue and the idea for the Tower of Refuge
took shape. He paid half of the cost towards the tower and it was completed in 1832. The tower was kept stocked with bread and fresh water and offered shelter until help arrived.
Art Open Edition Prints
Open Edition prints are signed and titled by the artist.
Each print is 20cm x 20cm presented on a 30cm by 30cm Antique White mount.
Mount and print will fit a standard sized frame (12 inch by 12inch)
Portrait
White and Black Frames with a smooth woodgrain finish available.
