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Scene from the Antiquary, 19th century (engraving)
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Scene from the Antiquary, 19th century (engraving)
6199977 Scene from the Antiquary, 19th century (engraving) by Forrest, William (1805-89); 17.2x25.4 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Orchar Collection); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums
Media ID 25138110
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19 19th Xix Xixth Nineteenth Century Choppy Cliff Cliff Face Cliffs Crashing Danger Dangerous Engravings Prints Rainy Rocky Rough Storms Stranded Stuck Tempest Tempestuous Waves Windy Rock Climbing Sea Cliffs
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This 19th-century engraving, titled "Scene from the Antiquary" transports us to a rugged and treacherous coastal landscape. The print, created by William Forrest, measures 17.2x25.4 cm and is housed in The McManus museum in Dundee, UK. The scene depicts a dramatic moment amidst the wild British cliffs of Scotland. The artist masterfully captures the essence of this untamed environment with its rough and choppy seas crashing against rocky cliff faces. Waves rise high into the stormy sky, hinting at the dangerous tempest that engulfs this desolate place. In the foreground, we see a man and woman standing perilously close to the edge of the cliff. Their figures are dwarfed by nature's might as they face strong winds and torrential rain. It seems they have become stranded or stuck on their journey along these treacherous heights. The artwork evokes a sense of danger and adventure as it explores themes of human vulnerability against nature's power. The viewer can almost feel themselves clinging to safety while witnessing this breathtaking spectacle unfold before them. Forrest's skillful use of engravings brings depth and texture to every detail - from each crashing wave to every jagged rock formation - immersing us further into this tumultuous world. "Scene from the Antiquary" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a reminder of our insignificance when faced with Mother Nature's fury.
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