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Departure for an excursion to the island of Ualan (the Carolinas), 19th century. Creators: Friedrich Heinrich Kittlitz, Godefroy Engelmann, Emile-Charles Wattier
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Departure for an excursion to the island of Ualan (the Carolinas), 19th century. Creators: Friedrich Heinrich Kittlitz, Godefroy Engelmann, Emile-Charles Wattier
Departure for an excursion to the island of Ualan (the Carolinas), 19th century. One of 65 lithographs that were included in the volume of maps published after the round-the-world voyage of the corvette Seniavin commissioned by Tsar Nicholas I and carried out in 1826-29 under the command of Captain Fedor Litke (the Russian version of the name of Count Friedrich Lu¨tke, a Baltic German). The expedition began in Kronstadt (the main imperial Russian naval base near Saint Petersburg where Russian circumnavigations typically began and ended); it then traveled around Cape Horn to the Pacific Ocean. This voyage was one of many Russian scientific naval surveys in the first part of the 19th century
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Departure for an Excursion to the Island of Ualan - A Glimpse into 19th Century Exploration
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This black and white lithograph, created by Friedrich Heinrich Kittlitz, Godefroy Engelmann, and Emile-Charles Wattier in the 19th century, offers a window into a remarkable voyage that unfolded under the command of Captain Fedor Litke. Commissioned by Tsar Nicholas I of Russia, this expedition aboard the corvette Seniavin aimed to survey uncharted territories across the globe.
The lithograph is one of 65 prints included in a volume of maps published after this historic round-the-world journey. It depicts the departure scene from Kronstadt, Russia's main naval base near Saint Petersburg. The vessel embarked on its adventure by navigating around Cape Horn towards the vast Pacific Ocean.
Intriguingly detailed, this artwork showcases a diverse group gathered at the harbor as they bid farewell to their loved ones. Among them are explorers hailing from various ethnic backgrounds - Caucasian and indigenous alike - highlighting both cultural diversity and shared aspirations for discovery.
The image captures a moment frozen in time; men clad in period attire prepare to board their boat while locals observe with curiosity. The catamaran-like vessel stands ready to carry these intrepid adventurers towards unknown horizons.
As we delve into history through this lithographic masterpiece housed within the Library of Congress' collection, we witness not only an exploration but also an encounter between different worlds – where cultures meet on common ground amidst anticipation and excitement.
This print serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and understanding beyond familiar shores. It reminds us that even centuries ago, individuals were driven by curiosity and determination to push boundaries further than ever before – leaving behind legacies that continue inspiring generations today.
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