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Sea Adventure: The wreck of the "Indian Chief" (colour litho)
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Sea Adventure: The wreck of the "Indian Chief" (colour litho)
8668760 Sea Adventure: The wreck of the "Indian Chief" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wreck of the "Indian Chief." When the big sailing ship Indian Chief, with a crew of twenty-nine, was wrecked on the Long Sand off the Thames in 1881, the weather was so bad that the lightship's rockets were not seen from shore, and the men had been forced into the rigging before a fisherman took the news. The only help that could weather the storm was from Ramsgate, whence the tug Vulcan towed out the lifeboat Bradford which after many hours search in terrible weather found the wreck, and with great skill and gallantry contrived to save the eleven men who were still alive. Illustration for one of a set of 50 cigarette cards on the subject of Sea Adventure, issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939.); © Look and Learn
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This colour lithograph captures the dramatic scene of the wreck of the "Indian Chief" off the Thames in 1881. The English School artist skillfully depicts the harrowing moment when the big sailing ship met its tragic fate, with a crew of twenty-nine facing perilous conditions as they clung to the rigging.
The illustration tells a tale of bravery and resilience in the face of adversity, as a fisherman finally spotted the wreck after failed attempts by lightships to signal for help. The heroic efforts of those who risked their lives to rescue the survivors are immortalized in this artwork, showcasing both gallantry and determination amidst stormy weather.
Issued as part of a set of cigarette cards on Sea Adventure by Hignett Brothers in 1939, this print serves as a reminder of maritime history and human perseverance. The detailed composition and vibrant colours bring this historic event to life, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the intensity and chaos that unfolded during that fateful day.
Through this artwork, we are transported back in time to witness a true story of survival against all odds, capturing both tragedy and triumph on canvas for generations to come.
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