Description: This photograph shows the Whaling Bark, Bertha, at port. It was not a particularly large whaling ship, as can be seen by its comparison to the docks. The photograph itself is in sepia tones.

History: Bertha was built by Samuel Dammon right here in New Bedford in 1877 and whaled until she was lost at sea off Cape Verde, Africa, April 23, 1918. She was launched from Rodman’s Wharf, had a deck length 100 feet, overall length 107 feet, breadth 25 feet 10 inches, depth 11 feet 6 inches, and 177 tons. The Whaleman’s Shipping List describes her with a “…white oak frame, is copper fastened, and is in all respects equal to the vessels previously built by Mr. Dammon, which have had a high reputation on account of their durability and excellent sea going qualities.”

Provenance: N/A

Dimensions: Weight (Pounds & Ounces) = 0.031 | Height(in) = 3.5 | Width(in) = 3.5 | Depth(in) = 0.1

Size of Artwork(in): 3.5 x 3.5"

Artist Name: Unknown

Medium: Paper

Circa: C. 1880

Slight discoloration and dog-ears at the corners. Mild crease, one inch from the top.