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Illustration, A Song of the English, Deep Sea Cables

Illustration to A Song of the English, a patriotic set of poems by Rudyard Kipling (first published in the English Illustrated Magazine). In the Womb of the World, depicting the deep sea cables laid down for communication. Date: first published 1893

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A Song of the English - Deep Sea Cables,

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an illustration from Rudyard Kipling's patriotic poem series published in the English Illustrated Magazine in 1893, captures the awe-inspiring depths of the ocean where the intricate network of deep sea cables lies hidden beneath the undulating waves. The illustration, a visual companion to Kipling's verses, portrays the deep sea cables as a serpentine entity, coiled and slumbering in the womb of the world. The cables, symbols of communication and connection, are depicted as the lifeblood of the English nation, linking the far-flung corners of the empire and fostering a sense of unity and strength. The late Victorian and Edwardian eras, marked by the Fin de Siècle sensibility, were a time of profound technological innovation, and the laying down of deep sea cables was a testament to mankind's mastery over the natural world. Kipling's poems, with their jingoistic and jingoistic undertones, celebrated the English spirit and the nation's global reach. The illustration, with its evocative depiction of the deep sea cables, served to further amplify the poetic message. The image, rendered in shades of blue, captures the tranquility and mystery of the ocean, while the serpentine cables add an element of intrigue and complexity. The waves, with their gentle crests and troughs, provide a sense of motion and dynamism, underscoring the idea of constant communication and connection. Overall, "A Song of the English: Deep Sea Cables" is a stunning visual representation of the interconnectedness of the English nation and its global reach, a testament to the power of technology and the human spirit.

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