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Emigration from the Isle of Skye, "The Hercules"in the Harbour of Campbelton (engraving)
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Emigration from the Isle of Skye, "The Hercules"in the Harbour of Campbelton (engraving)
1601496 Emigration from the Isle of Skye, " The Hercules" in the Harbour of Campbelton (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emigration from the Isle of Skye, " The Hercules" in the Harbour of Campbelton. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 January 1853.
E Weedon); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22557444
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Emigration Hercules Islands Isle Of Skye Isles Picts Scotland Scotish
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The engraving titled "Emigration from the Isle of Skye, 'The Hercules' in the Harbour of Campbelton" captures a poignant moment in history. Created by Edwin Weedon in 1853 for The Illustrated London News, this image depicts a significant event that took place during the mid-19th century. In this scene, we see a bustling harbor filled with ships and people. The focal point is undoubtedly "The Hercules" a vessel that symbolizes hope and new beginnings for those leaving their homeland behind. This print serves as a visual representation of the mass emigration that occurred from the Isle of Skye in Scotland during this time. As families bid farewell to their beloved island, emotions run high. The ship stands tall against the backdrop of Campbelton's picturesque harbor, ready to embark on its journey across treacherous waters towards an uncertain future. It is impossible not to feel moved by the sight of loved ones parting ways, knowing they may never see each other again. Weedon's skillful engraving technique brings depth and detail to every aspect of this composition – from the intricate rigging on "The Hercules" to the expressions etched onto each face present at this historic moment. This artwork serves as a reminder of our collective human experience – one marked by both triumphs and hardships. It invites us to reflect upon our own roots while acknowledging the courage it takes to leave them behind in pursuit of something better.
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