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The Wreck of the Three-Masted Ship "Benvenue"at Sandgate (engraving)
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The Wreck of the Three-Masted Ship "Benvenue"at Sandgate (engraving)
1036533 The Wreck of the Three-Masted Ship " Benvenue" at Sandgate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wreck of the Three-Masted Ship " Benvenue" at Sandgate. Illustration for The Graphic, 21 November 1891.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
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Sandgate Scuttling Shipwrecks The Graphic Three Masted Ship Wreck
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This engraving, titled "The Wreck of the Three-Masted Ship 'Benvenue' at Sandgate" transports us back to a fateful moment in maritime history. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print captures the raw power and tragedy of a shipwreck. The scene depicts the ill-fated Benvenue, a majestic three-masted ship that met its demise off the treacherous shores of Sandgate. The artist masterfully conveys the chaos and destruction as crashing waves engulf the vessel, leaving it broken and battered against jagged rocks. The intensity of this dramatic event is heightened by intricate details such as torn sails flapping in the wind and desperate crew members clinging to debris. Originally published in The Graphic on November 21st, 1891, this engraving offers a glimpse into historical journalism during an era when illustrated papers were widely popular. It serves as both a visual record of a significant maritime disaster and testament to humanity's enduring fascination with tales of survival against nature's wrath. As we gaze upon this evocative image from Bridgeman Images' Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection, we are reminded of our vulnerability amidst nature's mightiest forces. This print invites us to reflect on our own mortality while marveling at mankind's resilience in times of crisis.
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