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Sketches on Board a Lightship (engraving)
1616462 Sketches on Board a Lightship (engraving) by Craft, Percy Robert (1856-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on Board a Lightship. Illustration for The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 26 July 1884.
Percy R Craft); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22270900
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Board Deck Fog Horn Galley Lantern Lightship
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This engraving, titled "Sketches on Board a Lightship" takes us back to the year 1884, offering a glimpse into life aboard these unique vessels. Created by Percy Robert Craft, this print showcases his remarkable talent for capturing intricate details and bringing scenes to life. The image transports us onto the deck of a lightship, where various elements of maritime existence unfold before our eyes. The artist's meticulous strokes reveal the recreation area with sailors engaged in leisurely activities, their sketches scattered across tables as they capture moments from their journey. In another corner, we see the lantern room illuminated by its soft glow, casting an ethereal ambiance over the ship. Moving further along the deck, our attention is drawn towards the oil room where crew members meticulously tend to machinery and equipment essential for maintaining smooth operations. Nearby stands a mushroom anchor firmly planted in place while waves crash against it—a testament to both strength and stability. As we explore deeper into this enchanting scene, we catch sight of the galley bustling with activity as meals are prepared for hungry sailors seeking sustenance amidst their demanding duties. And not far away lies the skipper's cabin—an intimate space that serves as both sanctuary and command center for navigating through treacherous waters. Finally, our gaze settles upon a fog horn protruding from one side of the vessel—a vital tool used to warn passing ships during inclement weather conditions or dense fog banks. Craft's masterful work invites us into this world frozen in time—where camar
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