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The Discovery on the Rocks in Queen Charlottes Sound, engraved by B. T. Pouney, c
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The Discovery on the Rocks in Queen Charlottes Sound, engraved by B. T. Pouney, c
STC229665 The Discovery on the Rocks in Queen Charlottes Sound, engraved by B.T. Pouney, c.1790-99 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: from a series of prints on the voyage of the Discovery to the North Pacific Ocean and round the World taken by George Vancouver; ships Discovery and the Chatham attempting to find a route from North Pacific to North Atlantic; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22951986
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Beached Canoes Grounded Oceans Sinking Voyage Natives
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The Discovery on the Rocks in Queen Charlottes Sound - A Glimpse into a Perilous Voyage
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. This photo print, engraved by B. T. Pouney around 1790-99, transports us back to a moment of great historical significance. The image depicts an intense scene from the voyage of the Discovery to the North Pacific Ocean and round the World, led by George Vancouver. In this particular frame, we witness the ships Discovery and Chatham grappling with treacherous waters as they attempt to find a route from the North Pacific to the North Atlantic. The vessels are seen grounded on rocks in Queen Charlottes Sound, their hulls precariously perched above waterline. The artist William Alexander skillfully captures both danger and determination in his engraving. Surrounding these stranded ships are native canoes filled with curious inhabitants observing this unexpected encounter between two worlds. This print offers a glimpse into one of history's most perilous maritime expeditions. It reminds us of the immense challenges faced by explorers who dared to venture into uncharted territories during an era when maps were incomplete and dangers lurked at every turn. As we admire this artwork from afar, let it serve as a testament to human resilience and curiosity that drives us forward even in moments of adversity.
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