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The "Leviathan"towed to her Moorings off Deptford (engraving)
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The "Leviathan"towed to her Moorings off Deptford (engraving)
1609656 The " Leviathan" towed to her Moorings off Deptford (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Leviathan" towed to her Moorings off Deptford. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 February 1858.
E Weedon); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23005118
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Deptford Leviathan Moorings Towed
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This engraving titled "The Leviathan towed to her Moorings off Deptford" by Edwin Weedon takes us back in time to the bustling maritime scene of 19th-century England. The image showcases the sheer magnitude and grandeur of the Leviathan, a majestic ship that commands attention as it is being towed towards its moorings. In this intricate artwork, Weedon skillfully captures the details of both the ship and its surroundings. The Leviathan's massive hull dominates the foreground, with its towering masts reaching for the sky. Its sleek design and intricate rigging hint at the advanced engineering of this formidable vessel. As we delve deeper into the composition, our eyes are drawn to Deptford, a historic port on London's River Thames. The busy waterfront teems with activity as smaller boats navigate around their colossal counterpart. This lively depiction transports us to an era when maritime trade was thriving and ships like the Leviathan were essential for global commerce. We can almost imagine ourselves standing onshore, witnessing this awe-inspiring sight firsthand. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and ambition in conquering vast oceans through these magnificent vessels. Edwin Weedon's engraving not only offers a glimpse into nautical history but also invites us to marvel at mankind's ability to conquer nature's elements through innovation and determination.
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