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Wreck at the Britannia Pier, Great Yarmouth, during a Gale on Saturday Last (engraving)
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Wreck at the Britannia Pier, Great Yarmouth, during a Gale on Saturday Last (engraving)
1611477 Wreck at the Britannia Pier, Great Yarmouth, during a Gale on Saturday Last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wreck at the Britannia Pier, Great Yarmouth, during a Gale on Saturday Last. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 November 1868.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22559036
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Coast Scenery Coastal Feature Gale Great Yarmouth Norfolk Scuttling Storms Wreck Britannia Pier
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This engraving titled "Wreck at the Britannia Pier, Great Yarmouth, during a Gale on Saturday Last" takes us back to a stormy day in 1868. The image showcases the sheer power of nature as it unleashes its fury upon the coastal town of Great Yarmouth in Norfolk, England. The scene is set against a backdrop of crashing waves and darkened skies, creating an atmosphere filled with tension and drama. The Britannia Pier stands tall but vulnerable amidst the chaos, bearing witness to the relentless force of the gale that has wreaked havoc on this seaside community. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable; every wave seems to come alive as it crashes against the pier's sturdy structure. Splintered wood and debris are scattered across the shoreline, evidence of ships caught in this tempestuous battle between man and nature. This engraving serves as a reminder of both mankind's resilience in facing adversity and our inherent vulnerability when confronted by Mother Nature's might. It captures a moment frozen in time – one that evokes awe for those who dare challenge the untamed sea. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported back to that fateful day when Great Yarmouth witnessed firsthand how quickly fortunes can change at sea. It stands as a testament to humanity's eternal struggle against forces beyond our control – reminding us always to respect and admire nature’s raw power.
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