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The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt: the Nile Boat - from a drawing by Frank Dillon, 1862. Creator: Richard Principal Leitch
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The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt: the Nile Boat - from a drawing by Frank Dillon, 1862. Creator: Richard Principal Leitch
The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt: the Nile Boat - from a drawing by Frank Dillon, 1862. The future King Edward VII in Africa. The Prince of Wales, who has left Alexandria for Jaffa and the Holy Land, was, we are informed, highly delighted with his visit to Egypt and his Nile trip..." The party preceded up the Nile to the first cataract, the limit of their voyage, according to the usual plan of travellers, with as little delay as possible, though not without the incidents of sandbanks and rocks, which, at this late season, render the navigation of the rapidly-sinking river so difficult". From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This print, titled 'The Prince of Wales' Visit to Egypt: the Nile Boat - from a drawing by Frank Dillon, 1862,' showcases a pivotal moment in the travel history of the future King Edward VII. The image depicts the Prince of Wales, later known as King Edward VII of Great Britain and Ireland, aboard a traditional Egyptian dhow sailing on the Nile River. The Prince, who had recently left Alexandria for Jaffa and the Holy Land, is reported to have been deeply enamored with his visit to Egypt and the Nile trip. The party had ventured up the Nile to the first cataract, the limit of their voyage, experiencing the unique challenges of navigating the rapidly-sinking river during the late season. The intricate details of the print, created by the skilled hand of artist Frank Dillon and engraved by Richard Principal Leitch, bring the vibrant scene to life. The Prince, dressed in a stylish outfit, can be seen standing at the prow of the boat, taking in the breathtaking views of the Egyptian landscape. In the background, the Felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailboat, navigates the river, while the shoreline is dotted with palm trees and quaint huts. The Illustrated London News, from which this print was sourced, reported that the journey was filled with excitement and adventure, despite the challenges posed by sandbanks and rocks. The print, a testament to the rich history and culture of Egypt and the Prince's visit, remains an enduring reminder of a bygone era.
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