Drawing Lots on Board the "Valetta, "for the Vans across the Desert (engraving)

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Drawing Lots on Board the "Valetta, "for the Vans across the Desert (engraving)

1587466 Drawing Lots on Board the " Valetta, " for the Vans across the Desert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawing Lots on Board the " Valetta, " for the Vans across the Desert. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 April 1857.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Media ID 23092546

© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images

Board Desert Drawing Lots Sea Travel Valetta Vans

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The captivating engraving titled "Drawing Lots on Board the 'Valetta' for the Vans across the Desert" takes us back to a bygone era of sea travel and adventure. Created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, this print offers a glimpse into a fascinating moment aboard the majestic ship. In this scene, we find ourselves on deck amidst bustling activity as passengers gather to draw lots. The purpose? To determine who will embark on an arduous journey across the desert in vans awaiting them at their destination. The anticipation is palpable as individuals anxiously await their turn, hoping fate will be kind to them. The intricate details captured by the artist transport us back in time - from the sailors diligently managing ropes and sails to fellow travelers engrossed in conversation or peering over railings with curiosity. The atmosphere is filled with both excitement and trepidation, as these brave souls prepare themselves for an extraordinary expedition through unforgiving terrain. This engraving originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on April 18th, 1857, offering readers a window into distant lands and daring escapades. Today, it serves as a testament to human resilience and our eternal thirst for exploration. As we admire this remarkable piece of art from Fine Art Finder's collection, let us imagine ourselves standing alongside those intrepid adventurers aboard the "Valetta" ready to face unknown challenges head-on while embracing the allure of discovery that lies beyond every horizon.

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