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Clipper Ship "Red Jacket"- In the Ice off Cape Horn
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Clipper Ship "Red Jacket"- In the Ice off Cape Horn
Clipper Ship " Red Jacket" - In the Ice off Cape Horn, on Her Passage from Australia, to Liverpool, August 1854, 1855
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Cape Horn Charles H Charles Parsons Clipper Currier Currier Nathaniel Hand Coloured Lithograph Iceberg Icebergs Nathaniel Nathaniel Currier Parsons Penguin Penguins Sailing Ships Smith Trapped Hand Coloured Hand Tinted Lithotint Red Jacket Sailing Ship
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This hand-coloured lithograph captures the awe-inspiring scene of the Clipper Ship "Red Jacket" trapped in ice off Cape Horn. Created by renowned artists Charles H. Parsons and Nathaniel Currier in August 1854, this 19th-century print showcases their exceptional talent for capturing both the beauty and danger of nature. The Red Jacket, a majestic sailing ship on its passage from Australia to Liverpool, finds itself surrounded by towering icebergs as it battles against the icy waters. The vivid colours used in this lithograph bring to life the chilling atmosphere and add depth to every detail, from the frozen sea to the penguins gracefully navigating through these treacherous conditions. As you gaze upon this masterpiece, you can almost feel the biting cold wind and hear the creaking sounds of wooden planks straining against nature's grip. It serves as a testament to human resilience and determination in conquering even the harshest environments. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this hand-tinted lithograph is not just an exquisite work of art but also a historical document that transports us back to a time when clipper ships ruled international trade routes. It reminds us of America's rich maritime history and highlights Charles Parsons' mastery in capturing such moments with precision and emotion. Whether you are an admirer of nautical adventures or simply appreciate fine artistry, this print will undoubtedly captivate your imagination with its stunning portrayal of man's struggle against nature's mightiest forces.
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