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Harpooning a Greenland Whale which has tossed one of the attacking boats. From William Jardine The Naturlist's Library: On the Ordinary Cetacea, Edinburgh, 1837. Hand-coloured engraving
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Harpooning a Greenland Whale which has tossed one of the attacking boats. From William Jardine The Naturlist's Library: On the Ordinary Cetacea, Edinburgh, 1837. Hand-coloured engraving
530711 Harpooning a Greenland Whale which has tossed one of the attacking boats. From William Jardine The Naturlist's Library: On the Ordinary Cetacea, Edinburgh, 1837. Hand-coloured engraving. by Jardine, William (1800-74); Universal History Archive/UIG
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1837 Aquatic Mammal Cetacea Conservation Danish Denmark Edinburgh Greenland Hand Coloured Harpooning Humpback Whale Library Lighting Marine Mammal Ordinary Sea Mammal Tossed Whale Whaling William Jardine Means Of Conveyance To Fish
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This hand-coloured engraving from William Jardine's "The Naturalist's Library: On the Ordinary Cetacea" takes us back to the dramatic scene of a harpooning expedition in Greenland. The image depicts a heart-stopping moment as a massive humpback whale retaliates against its attackers, tossing one of the attacking boats into the air with incredible force. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the raw power and danger that accompanies the age-old practice of whaling. The men on board are left vulnerable and at nature's mercy as they desperately cling to their survival instincts. The intensity is palpable; you can almost feel the spray of saltwater on your face and hear their shouts echoing through the vastness of the ocean. Jardine's meticulous attention to detail brings every element to life - from each ripple in the water to every muscle flexed by both man and beast. This print serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as a historical record, shedding light on an era when hunting whales was seen as a means of sustenance, industry, and even adventure. However, it is impossible not to reflect upon our modern understanding of conservation while gazing at this artwork. We are reminded that these magnificent creatures were once hunted relentlessly for their oil and other resources without much regard for their well-being or ecological impact. As we admire this stunning piece from 1837, let us appreciate how far we have come in our efforts towards marine mammal protection while
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