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English mariner with sextant on a beach in front of a lighthouse and tall ship. Handcoloured woodcut engraving from The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts, Phillips, London, 1818
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1. Title: "A Mariner's Moment of Respite: English Seafarer with Sextant on the Shoreline, Near a Lighthouse and Tall Ship" This handcoloured woodcut engraving, hailing from The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts, published in Phillips, London, 1818, depicts an English mariner taking a brief respite from his seafaring duties. The image captures the essence of a moment of calm amidst the often tumultuous world of the sea. The mariner, dressed in typical English sailor attire, is seen on the sandy beach, intently focusing on the intricate workings of his sextant. The sextant, a crucial navigational tool, is essential for determining the angle between a celestial body and the horizon, enabling the mariner to calculate his position at sea. In the background, a tall, majestic ship can be seen anchored in the harbor, its sails furled and masts standing proud against the sky. The presence of the ship serves as a reminder of the mariner's life at sea, which he has temporarily left behind. A lighthouse, a beacon of safety and guidance, stands tall on the rocky shoreline. Its light, a welcome sight for weary sailors, symbolizes the hope and security that the mariner longs for as he embarks on his next voyage. The mariner's workshop, with its array of tools and supplies, is a testament to his skilled labor and dedication to his craft. As an apprentice or a seasoned worker, he has honed his skills through years of hard work and perseverance. This enchanting image offers a glimpse into the life of an English mariner, a noble and essential occupation that required immense courage, determination, and a deep connection to the sea.
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