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The Blood Stained Ruins of Sebastopol, September 10th 1855, engraved by Day & Son
STC169229 The Blood Stained Ruins of Sebastopol, September 10th 1855, engraved by Day & Son, published 1857 (colour litho) by Whittock, Nathaniel (1791-1860) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: painted after the photograph made for Prince Paskievitch, Governor of Poland; during Crimean War the city was besieged by the British, French, Turks and Sardinians for 349 days (1854-55) during which Russians sunk their own fleet to block entrance to the harbour; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23351296
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Abandoned Defeat Defeated Destroyed Ruined Sevastopol Siege Sunk
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The Blood Stained Ruins of Sebastopol, September 10th 1855
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is a captivating print that captures the aftermath of the intense Crimean War. Engraved by Day & Son and published in 1857, this color lithograph by Nathaniel Whittock showcases the devastating ruins left behind in Sebastopol. The image portrays a desolate scene of destruction and abandonment. The once-thriving Russian city now lies in ruins, its buildings reduced to rubble and its streets stained with blood. This haunting depiction serves as a poignant reminder of the fierce battle that took place between British, French, Turkish, and Sardinian forces against the Russians. During the 349-day siege from 1854 to 1855, the Russians sank their own fleet to block entrance to the harbor. The naval warfare resulted in significant damage not only to military installations but also civilian infrastructure along the coast. The defeated Russian army was forced to retreat as their city crumbled under relentless attacks. This print offers a glimpse into history's brutal realities and highlights both the resilience of soldiers on all sides and the tragic toll war takes on cities caught in its crossfire. It stands as a testament to human conflict while serving as a cautionary tale about the destructive power unleashed during times of war. Displayed within private collections today, this engraving continues to evoke emotions through its portrayal of ruined landscapes and shattered lives—a somber reminder that even amidst victory or defeat, wars leave lasting scars etched upon nations
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