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The Last Leap of a Famous Diver (engraving)
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The Last Leap of a Famous Diver (engraving)
605014 The Last Leap of a Famous Diver (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from The Picture Magazine, with an article titled The Last Leap of a Famous Diver, with illustrations depicting American daredevil Sam Scott, who was killed performing a stunt at Southwark Bridge in London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23493076
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Daredevils Divers Diving Southwark Bridge Stuntmen Waterloo Bridge Deaths Samuel Scott
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The Last Leap of a Famous Diver
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to the 19th century, capturing a moment of both awe and tragedy. This print, part of a private collection, was originally featured in The Picture Magazine alongside an article titled "The Last Leap of a Famous Diver". The illustration vividly depicts American daredevil Sam Scott as he performs his daring stunt at Southwark Bridge in London. With great skill and courage, Scott leaps into the River Thames from the towering bridge, showcasing his remarkable talent as a diver. However, this leap would prove to be his last. As we gaze upon this historic artwork, we are reminded of the risks taken by these fearless stuntmen who pushed boundaries for entertainment's sake. The bridges spanning over the river serve as witnesses to their audacious feats and untimely deaths. Sam Scott's tragic demise adds another layer of poignancy to this image. His name will forever be associated with bravery and sacrifice in pursuit of thrilling performances. Through this engraving, we are transported back in time to witness not only Scott's final act but also the spirit of adventure that defined an era. "The Last Leap of a Famous Diver" stands as a testament to human ambition and serves as a reminder that even legends can meet their fate when pushing limits beyond imagination.
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