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Suicide of two lovers by leaping over the taffrail of the American passenger ship Bloomenthorpe (engraving)
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Suicide of two lovers by leaping over the taffrail of the American passenger ship Bloomenthorpe (engraving)
736038 Suicide of two lovers by leaping over the taffrail of the American passenger ship Bloomenthorpe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suicide of two lovers by leaping over the taffrail of the American passenger ship Bloomenthorpe on the passage to San Luis; from The Days Doings, 6 August 1870.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection
Media ID 23482140
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This haunting engraving captures a tragic moment in history, depicting the "Suicide of two lovers by leaping over the taffrail of the American passenger ship Bloomenthorpe". Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print showcases a heart-wrenching scene that unfolded during a voyage to San Luis. The image portrays two figures clad in period clothing, standing on the edge of the ship's taffrail. Their desperate act is frozen in time as they leap into the vast expanse of the ocean below. The viewer can almost feel their anguish and desperation through their body language and facial expressions. The context provided reveals that this incident was documented in The Days Doings newspaper on August 6,1870. It serves as a reminder of how love and despair can intertwine so tragically. The American passenger ship Bloomenthorpe becomes both witness and stage for this devastating event. As we contemplate this artwork, it prompts us to reflect on themes such as love, loss, mental health struggles, and human vulnerability. It also offers insight into historical fashion trends prevalent during that era. Displayed within a private collection but made accessible through Fine Art Finder's partnership with Bridgeman Images, this engraving invites viewers to delve into its emotional depth while acknowledging its significance as part of our collective history.
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