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English tourists falling overboard on a boat in choppy seas near the basalt pillars of Staffa, Inner Hebrides
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English tourists falling overboard on a boat in choppy seas near the basalt pillars of Staffa, Inner Hebrides
6337585 English tourists falling overboard on a boat in choppy seas near the basalt pillars of Staffa, Inner Hebrides by Read, William (19th century); (add.info.: English tourists falling overboard on a boat in choppy seas near the basalt pillars of Staffa, Inner Hebrides. Doctor Prosody proves the inconvenience of a timid companion at Staffa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by William Read from William Combes The Tour of Doctor Prosody, in search of the Antique and the Picturesque, through Scotland, the Hebrides, the Orkney and Shetland Isles, Matthew Illy, London, 1821.); © Florilegius
Media ID 25148154
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Accident Basalt Choppy Seas Danger Fall Inner Hebrides Overboard Parody Picaresque Pillars Rocks Samuel Johnson Staffa The Hebrides The Orkney And Shetland Isles The Tour Of Doctor Prosody Through Scotland Tourism Tourist Copperplate Engraving William Read
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Capturing the Perils of Adventure - English Tourists Brave Choppy Seas near Basalt Pillars
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. In this photo print, we witness a dramatic moment unfolding amidst the turbulent waters near the basalt pillars of Staffa, Inner Hebrides. A group of intrepid English tourists find themselves in a perilous situation as they unexpectedly fall overboard from their boat. The choppy seas and treacherous conditions serve as a stark reminder of the dangers that can accompany exploration. This image is an illustration by William Read, taken from his work "The Tour of Doctor Prosody". It humorously depicts the inconvenience caused by a timid companion during travels to Staffa. With vibrant hand-colored details, Read's copperplate engraving brings to life both the picturesque landscape and comical mishap. As viewers, we are transported back to 19th-century Scotland where travel was not without its challenges. This scene serves as a testament to the adventurous spirit that drove these early tourists despite potential risks. It also offers us an opportunity for reflection on our own journeys and reminds us to approach them with caution and preparedness. Through this artwork, we are reminded that even in moments of danger or unexpected events, there is beauty to be found. The juxtaposition between nature's awe-inspiring basalt pillars and human vulnerability creates a powerful visual narrative that captures both excitement and caution inherent in travel experiences. Overall, this print invites us into an immersive world where adventure unfolds against breathtaking landscapes while reminding us of our own limitations within nature's grandeur.
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