Bottle of Nye whale oil
William Foster Nye (1824 – 1910)
William Foster Nye: American innovator who revolutionized lubrication using whale oil! Fueling the Industrial Revolution & pioneering modern lubricants. Explore his legacy.
Australian National Maritime Museum (Sydney, Australia)
Explore the iconic HM Bark Endeavour Replica at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney to discover immersive tales of maritime history and Indigenous seafaring traditions that await your discovery.
About this artwork
- Title: Bottle of Nye whale oil
- Artist: William Foster Nye
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Australian National Maritime Museum
- Color palette: Pastels
- Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
