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The Route explored by Captains Speke and Grant, showing the Outfall of the Nile from the Victoria Nyanza Lake (engraving)
1102568 The Route explored by Captains Speke and Grant, showing the Outfall of the Nile from the Victoria Nyanza Lake (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Route explored by Captains Speke and Grant, showing the Outfall of the Nile from the Victoria Nyanza Lake. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 July 1863.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23050166
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Captain Speke Explored James Augustus Grant John Hanning Speke Nile Route Showing Captain Grant Outfall
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the wonders of exploration history with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This captivating card features an engraving by the English School, showcasing the iconic image of The Route Explored by Captains Speke and Grant, revealing the outfall of the Nile from Victoria Nyanza Lake. Travel back in time as you send this beautifully detailed and intricately designed card, perfect for any history or travel enthusiast. Add a personal touch to your message and make your correspondence a journey to remember.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, titled "The Route explored by Captains Speke and Grant, showing the Outfall of the Nile from the Victoria Nyanza Lake" takes us on a visual journey through the uncharted territories of 19th-century Africa. Created by an anonymous English School artist in the 1800s, this print showcases a significant moment in history when two daring explorers embarked on an expedition to uncover one of nature's greatest mysteries. Intricately detailed and meticulously crafted, this engraving depicts Captain John Hanning Speke and Captain James Augustus Grant's remarkable route as they ventured into unknown lands. The focal point is undoubtedly the majestic Victoria Nyanza Lake, where their exploration began. From there, we follow their path along the winding course of the Nile River until it reaches its outfall. This artwork not only serves as a historical record but also ignites our imagination with thoughts of adventure and discovery. It reminds us of humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and our relentless pursuit to unravel nature's secrets. Through this print, we are transported back in time to witness these courageous men charting new territories and expanding our understanding of Africa's geography. "The Route explored by Captains Speke and Grant" offers a glimpse into an era when maps were incomplete, leaving vast areas unexplored. It invites us to appreciate how far we have come in understanding our world while acknowledging that there will always be more to discover beyond what lies within familiar boundaries.
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