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The Sunken Ships at the Mouth of the Harbour of Sebastopol (engraving)
1607833 The Sunken Ships at the Mouth of the Harbour of Sebastopol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sunken Ships at the Mouth of the Harbour of Sebastopol. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 November 1854.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22265018
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Crimean War Mouth Sebastopol Sevastopol
The Sunken Ships at the Mouth of the Harbour of Sebastopol - A Haunting Reminder of the Crimean War
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, captures a somber scene at the mouth of Sebastopol's harbor. The image showcases a chilling aftermath of war - sunken ships scattered across the water like forgotten relics. The illustration was originally featured in The Illustrated London News on November 4,1854, during the height of the Crimean War. It serves as a poignant reminder of this historic conflict and its devastating impact on maritime life. As one gazes upon this print, it is impossible not to feel a sense of melancholy and loss. Each ship tells its own story - once proud vessels now reduced to mere shadows beneath the waves. The destruction wrought by war is evident in every detail; masts jutting out from murky depths and broken hulls silently resting on sandy seabeds. Sebastopol's harbor was once bustling with activity, but now it stands as a haunting testament to human strife. This image serves as both a historical record and an artistic portrayal that evokes emotions ranging from sorrow to awe. Bridgeman Images has preserved this powerful piece within their private collection, allowing us to reflect upon our past and honor those who have endured such hardships for generations to come.
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