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Farewell to Africa, Stanley and his Officers leaving Mombasa in the Steam-Ship Katoria (engraving)
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Farewell to Africa, Stanley and his Officers leaving Mombasa in the Steam-Ship Katoria (engraving)
1627197 Farewell to Africa, Stanley and his Officers leaving Mombasa in the Steam-Ship Katoria (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Farewell to Africa, Stanley and his Officers leaving Mombasa in the Steam-Ship Katoria. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 February 1890.
W H Overend); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22262014
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The captivating print titled "Farewell to Africa, Stanley and his Officers leaving Mombasa in the Steam-Ship Katoria" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Taken from an engraving by William Heysham Overend, this image captures the essence of adventure and departure. In this scene, we witness renowned explorer Henry Morton Stanley bidding farewell to Africa as he embarks on a new journey aboard the steamship Katoria. The ship stands tall against the backdrop of Mombasa, Kenya's bustling port city. As officers gather on deck, their expressions reveal a mix of anticipation and nostalgia for the land they are leaving behind. This artwork was originally featured in The Illustrated London News in February 1890, offering readers a glimpse into Stanley's final moments on African soil. W. H. Overend skillfully depicts the grandeur of both man-made engineering and natural beauty through intricate details that bring this historical event to life. As we gaze upon this print today, it serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit for exploration and discovery. It encapsulates not only Stanley's personal journey but also symbolizes mankind's insatiable thirst for knowledge beyond familiar horizons. Through Bridgeman Images' preservation of this piece, we can appreciate its artistic value while immersing ourselves in an era when intrepid adventurers like Henry Morton Stanley pushed boundaries and expanded our understanding of the world around us.
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