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Sailors in a horrid barbarian country kill camels with muskets to relieve their hunger, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish), engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628), pub
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Sailors in a horrid barbarian country kill camels with muskets to relieve their hunger, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish), engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628), pub
746977 Sailors in a horrid barbarian country kill camels with muskets to relieve their hunger, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish), engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628), pub. by Phillipus Gallaeus, Amsterdam (engraving)
by Straet, Jan van der (Joannes Stradanus) (1523-1605); Private Collection; (add.info.: Equile seu speculum equorum, in quo omnis generis generosissimorum equorum ex variis orbis partibus insignis delectus. Ad vivum omnes delinead a... Stradano.
Engravings: A. Collaert, H. Wierix, H. Goltzius, C. de Mallery, C. Galle, T. Galle, J. Collaert.); The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25471040
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Coast Scenery Coastal Feature Coastal Scene Coastl Expedition Hunters Huntsman Iceland Icelander Icelandic Musket Sailor Starvation Starving 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Circa 1600 Coast Scene Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Killing Seventeeth Century
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This print, titled "Sailors in a horrid barbarian country kill camels with muskets to relieve their hunger" offers a glimpse into the desperate measures taken by sailors during an expedition. Engraved by Jan Collaert and published by Phillipus Gallaeus in Amsterdam, this illustration is part of the renowned collection Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish). The scene depicted showcases a coastal setting where sailors find themselves stranded on an unfamiliar island. Faced with starvation and limited resources, they resort to hunting camels using muskets as their only means of survival. The image captures the tension between man and beast as hunters take aim at these majestic creatures. Jan van der Straet's intricate detailing brings this 17th-century coastal landscape to life. The rugged shoreline serves as a backdrop for this harrowing hunt that highlights both the desperation and resourcefulness of those involved. Beyond its artistic value, this engraving also provides historical insight into early maritime expeditions. It sheds light on the challenges faced by sailors who ventured into unknown territories in search of new lands or trade routes. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's Stapleton Collection, we are reminded of humanity's ability to adapt and persevere even under dire circumstances. It serves as a testament to our innate willpower when faced with adversity—a timeless reminder that survival often requires us to push beyond our limits in pursuit of sustenance and security.
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