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The wreck of Valparaiso, 1850
3478521 The wreck of Valparaiso, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the wreck of Valparaiso at Vigo, on the Spanish coast of the Bay of Biscay. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38145582
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Bay Of Biscay Paddle Wheel Steamer Paddlesteamers Scuttling Ship Wreck Ship Wrecked Shipwreck Shipwrecked Steam Steamer Steamship Valparaiso Vigo Wreck
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Transport yourself back in time with this captivating photographic print of "The wreck of 'Valparaiso', 1850" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. Immerse yourself in the dramatic scene of the shipwreck at Vigo, on the Spanish coast of the Bay of Biscay. A stunning addition to any art collection.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 16.6cm (12" x 6.5")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the dramatic scene of 'The wreck of Valparaiso' in 1850, a haunting reminder of the perils faced by seafarers in the treacherous waters off the Spanish coast. The detailed illustration showcases the steamship's tragic fate as it lies stranded and broken on the rocky shores of Vigo, amidst crashing waves and swirling mist.
The paddle wheel steamer, once a symbol of progress and modernity, now stands as a ghostly monument to human vulnerability in the face of nature's power. The artist skillfully conveys a sense of chaos and destruction, with masts askew and debris scattered across the shoreline.
As we gaze upon this historical image from the 19th century, we are transported back in time to an era when maritime travel was fraught with danger and uncertainty. The wreck serves as a poignant reminder of those who lost their lives at sea, their stories forever etched into the annals of nautical history.
Through this evocative artwork, we are reminded of both the beauty and brutality of our world's oceans – a timeless theme that continues to captivate viewers centuries later. Let us pause to reflect on the bravery and sacrifice inherent in every voyage taken across these unpredictable waters.
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