The Fisher’s Boy by Henry David Thoreau
My life is like a stroll upon the beach,
As near the ocean’s edge as I can go;
My tardy steps its waves sometimes o’erreach,
Sometimes I stay to let them overflow.
My sole employment is, and scrupulous care,
To place my gains beyond the reach of tides,
Each smoother pebble, and each shell more rare,
Which Ocean kindly to my hand confides.
I have but few companions on the shore:
They scorn the strand who sail upon the sea;
Yet oft I think the ocean they’ve sailed o’er
Is deeper known upon the strand to me.
The middle sea contains no crimson dulse,
Its deeper waves cast up no pearls to view;
Along the shore my hand is on its pulse,
And I converse with many a shipwrecked crew.
This art is available unframed, framed, and mounted on canvas.
The different frames you see are for illustration purposes, as to give you some ideas of what the art can look like if you purchase an UNFRAMED PRINT and go purchase a frame similar to the ones displayed.
Please read below what you will receive for each available option:
** PRINT NO FRAME INFO **
I offer three paper options for prints with no frames.
Archival Matte Print:
Our most popular paper, this paper is an excellent choice for premium fine art reproductions, photo prints, and open-edition décor. Its heavyweight construction delivers accurate color reproduction with crisp contrast and high-resolution detail. An instant-dry coating helps prevent fingerprints and smudging for a clean, professional finish.
Weight: 230 gsm | Thickness: 9.5 mil
Hot Press Matte Fine Art Paper
This high-quality, archival-grade inkjet paper is acid-free and made from 100% cotton rag. It offers an exceptionally wide color gamut, deep black density, and high D-Max, delivering striking contrast in both black-and-white and color prints. It is our thickest and heaviest paper option.
Weight: 330 gsm | Thickness: 17 mil
Luster Photo Paper
This premium photo paper features a resin coating that gives it a thicker, more substantial feel and enhanced durability compared to most mass-market photo papers. The coating reduces glare and minimizes visible fingerprints, allowing ink colors to appear rich and vibrant without interference from smudges or smears.
Weight: 250 gsm | Thickness: 9.5 mil
** BLACK FRAMED PRINTS INFO **
- .875” Wide x .875″ Deep Solid Wood Frame
- Hanging Hardware Included
- Optical-Grade Clear Acrylic Glazing
- Made to Order in the USA
** NATURAL WOOD FRAMED PRINTS INFO **
- .875” Wide x 1.125″ Deep Solid Wood Frame
- Hanging Hardware Included
- Optical-Grade Clear Acrylic Glazing
- Made to Order in the USA
** FRAMED CANVAS INFO **
- Solid Wood Frame that wraps around mounted canvas
- Frame thickness: 1.25″
- Comes with rubber pads on the back corners
- Made to Order in the USA
** MOUNTED CANVAS INFO **
Mounted Canvas Prints are NOT framed. Our art canvas is wrapped around a high quality 1.25" thick wood stretcher to create a gorgeous gallery wrap that's ready for hanging. They are printed on Acid-free, PH-neutral, poly-cotton base. Printed on textured and fade-resistant canvas. Canvas is a great option because of its minimalist beauty without the expense of framing and matting.
- 1.25″ (3.18 cm) deep
- No Frame - See picture of MOUNTED CANVAS
- Mounting brackets included
- Hand-glued solid wood stretcher bars
- Made to Order in the USA
If you have any questions, please contact me and I will be happy to help.