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View of Bell Rock lighthouse by Percival Skelton
View of Bell Rock lighthouse by Percival Skelton, built c.1808-1811 Date: circa 1811
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1811 Bell Lighthouse Percival Skelton C1808
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This print depicts the iconic Bell Rock Lighthouse, masterfully captured by the skilled hand of British artist Percival Skelton around the year 1811. The lighthouse, located in the North Sea off the coast of Angus, Scotland, was built between 1808 and 1811, making it one of the oldest surviving sea-washed lighthouses in the world. Skelton's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the lighthouse's towering structure, with its distinctive black-and-white stripes standing proud against the tumultuous waves of the North Sea. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the image, creating a sense of drama and tension that reflects the challenging conditions faced by the lighthouse keepers who maintained this vital navigational aid. The Bell Rock Lighthouse was a groundbreaking engineering feat of its time, designed by Robert Stevenson and built by his father, Thomas Stevenson. The lighthouse was constructed on a submerged reef, some 11 miles off the Scottish coast, and was the world's first lighthouse to be built on an engineering foundation rather than a traditional tower. Its innovative design and advanced technology, including a Fresnel lens, revolutionized lighthouse engineering and set a new standard for maritime safety. This print is a testament to the beauty and importance of Scotland's maritime heritage, as well as a tribute to the skill and vision of Percival Skelton, who captured the essence of this iconic lighthouse in a way that continues to captivate viewers to this day.
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