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The Wreck of the "Schiller"on the Scilly Isles (engraving)
1053573 The Wreck of the " Schiller" on the Scilly Isles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wreck of the " Schiller" on the Scilly Isles. Illustration for The Graphic, 22 May 1875.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23563386
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Lighthouse Schiller Scilly Isles Scuttling Shipwrecks St Agnes St Mary Wreck Hugh Town
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 5.6cm x 7.6cm (2.2" x 3")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving titled "The Wreck of the 'Schiller' on the Scilly Isles" takes us back to a dramatic maritime event that occurred in the 19th century. The image, created by an English School artist, showcases the aftermath of a devastating shipwreck off the coast of St Mary's in Hugh Town, Scilly Isles. The scene is filled with tension and despair as we witness the remnants of the ill-fated vessel scattered across Tresco Island and Bishops Rock. The lighthouse stands tall amidst this chaos, serving as a beacon of hope for future sailors navigating these treacherous waters. The wrecked ship itself, known as the "Schiller" lies broken and battered against St Agnes. Its mangled structure serves as a haunting reminder of nature's power over man-made creations. Through this engraving, we are transported to a time when maritime disasters were not uncommon but still held immense fascination for those who witnessed them or heard their tales. It reminds us of both humanity's vulnerability in face of nature's fury and our resilience to rebuild and learn from such tragedies. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, it invites us to reflect on our own mortality while appreciating mankind's eternal quest for exploration and conquest over vast oceans.
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