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Wreck of "The Duchess of Kent"Steam-Boat, at Grays, "Taking out the Engines"(engraving)
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Wreck of "The Duchess of Kent"Steam-Boat, at Grays, "Taking out the Engines"(engraving)
1618531 Wreck of " The Duchess of Kent" Steam-Boat, at Grays, " Taking out the Engines" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wreck of " The Duchess of Kent" Steam-Boat, at Grays, " Taking out the Engines". Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 October 1852.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23414214
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Engines Essex Grays Scuttling Shipwrecks Wreck
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This print captures the dramatic scene of the wreck of "The Duchess of Kent" steam-boat at Grays, as workers are seen taking out the engines. The engraving, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, showcases the sheer power and destruction that can befall a maritime vessel. The image transports us back to a time when steam-boats were a vital mode of transportation and trade. It serves as a reminder of both the triumphs and tragedies that occurred on these vessels. The wreck itself is hauntingly beautiful, with its twisted metal and broken structure standing as testament to nature's unforgiving force. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from a private collection, our imagination runs wild with questions about what led to this catastrophic event. Was it due to treacherous weather conditions or human error? Regardless of the cause, one cannot help but admire the bravery and resilience displayed by those involved in salvaging what remains. Through this engraving, we are transported into an era where maritime disasters were not uncommon occurrences. It serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's constant battle against nature's unpredictable might. This artwork encapsulates both tragedy and hope - reminding us that even amidst devastation, there is always room for rebuilding and moving forward.
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