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Collision between "The Orwell"and "Sylph"Steamers, off Greenwich (engraving)
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Collision between "The Orwell"and "Sylph"Steamers, off Greenwich (engraving)
1625278 Collision between " The Orwell" and " Sylph" Steamers, off Greenwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Collision between " The Orwell" and " Sylph" Steamers, off Greenwich. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 December 1844.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22319886
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Collision Greenwich Shipwrecks Steamers Sylph Orwell
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This engraving captures a dramatic moment in maritime history - the collision between "The Orwell" and "Sylph" steamers off Greenwich. Created by an unknown English School artist in the 19th century, this print showcases the chaos and destruction that unfolded on that fateful day. The illustration, originally featured in The Illustrated London News on December 21,1844, brings to life the intensity of the collision. The two steamers are depicted crashing into each other with tremendous force, their hulls buckling under the impact. The turbulent waters surrounding them add to the sense of urgency and danger. "The Orwell" and "Sylph" once majestic vessels sailing through London's bustling waterways, now find themselves entangled in a catastrophic event. This artwork serves as a reminder of both human error and nature's unforgiving power over man-made creations. As we gaze upon this historical image from a private collection, we can't help but wonder about the lives affected by this tragic incident. What were their stories? Did they survive? Such questions linger as we contemplate the fragility of existence amidst our ambitious endeavors. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece of art for us to reflect upon centuries later. It stands as a testament to our fascination with maritime disasters and serves as a poignant reminder of how even seemingly invincible structures can be brought down by unforeseen circumstances.
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