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The Recent Thunderstorm, Sheep killed by Lightning in Hyde Park (engraving)
1098069 The Recent Thunderstorm, Sheep killed by Lightning in Hyde Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Thunderstorm, Sheep killed by Lightning in Hyde Park. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 July 1859.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22624650
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Forked Lightning Hyde Park Killed Lightning Meteorlogical Meteorological Meteorologists Thunderstorm
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the power and drama of nature with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring The Recent Thunderstorm, Sheep killed by Lightning in Hyde Park. This captivating 19th century engraving by the English School brings to life the destructive forces of a thunderstorm, as depicted in Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder (1098069). Add a touch of history and fine art to your home or office with this striking, high-quality print, capturing the awe-inspiring moment of nature's wrath.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, titled "The Recent Thunderstorm, Sheep killed by Lightning in Hyde Park" transports us back to the 19th century when nature's fury was captured with artistic precision. Created by an English School artist and now part of a private collection, this print originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on July 16,1859. In this dramatic scene, Hyde Park becomes the stage for a devastating thunderstorm. Forked lightning strikes down upon a group of unsuspecting sheep grazing peacefully beneath darkened skies. The sheer power of nature is vividly portrayed as life is abruptly extinguished by the wrathful bolts from above. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this engraving also serves as a testament to the advancements made in meteorology during that era. It highlights how scientific methods were employed to understand and predict weather patterns—a crucial aspect of studying climate and atmospheric conditions. "The Recent Thunderstorm" offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on our relationship with the natural world and our ongoing quest for knowledge about its workings. It reminds us that even amidst progress and scientific discoveries, we remain at the mercy of Mother Nature's unpredictable forces. As we gaze upon this historical artwork from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, let us appreciate both its artistic beauty and its significance in capturing a moment where science meets art—where tragedy intertwines with curiosity—and where mankind endeavors to unravel the mysteries hidden within every stormy sky.
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