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The Wreck of the "Stella"(litho)
1598702 The Wreck of the " Stella" (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wreck of the " Stella". Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 April 1899.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22552352
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Channel Islands English Channel Excitement Jersey News Pier Scuttling Shipwrecks Stella Waiting Wreck
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The Wreck of the 'Stella' - A Glimpse into Public Anxiety and Excitement
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. This lithographic print, titled "The Wreck of the 'Stella'" offers a poignant snapshot of a significant maritime disaster that unfolded in the English Channel. Created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, this engraving provides a visual narrative for The Illustrated London News on April 8,1899. The scene depicted showcases a pier filled with anxious and concerned individuals eagerly awaiting news about the ill-fated ship. Their faces reflect both public anxiety and excitement as they grapple with uncertainty surrounding the fate of those aboard. The wreck occurred near Casquet Rocks off Jersey's coast, adding to local significance. The artist masterfully captures the tension through intricate details: crashing waves against jagged rocks hint at treacherous conditions; distressed figures huddle together for support while others peer out towards sea in search of any signs of hope or rescue. As we gaze upon this historical artwork from Bridgeman Images' Private Collection, it serves as a reminder not only of past tragedies but also our shared vulnerability to nature's forces. It invites us to contemplate humanity's resilience amidst adversity and our eternal connection to maritime history. Through its evocative portrayal, "The Wreck of the 'Stella'" transports us back in time, allowing us to bear witness to an event that stirred emotions within communities along England's southern shores.
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