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A youth rescued from a shark, 1779 (mezzotint)
7342164 A youth rescued from a shark, 1779 (mezzotint) by Copley, John Singleton (1738-1815) (after); 50.8x61.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: John Singleton Copley (artist); Valentine Green (engraver & publisher)
Usually now known as 'Brook Watson and the Shark', and commemorating Watson's rescue from an incident in which he lost his leg to a shark in the harbour of Havana, Cuba, the original oil painting is in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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The mezzotint print of "A Youth Rescued from a Shark" by John Singleton Copley captures the harrowing moment when Brook Watson was saved from the jaws of a shark in 1779. The intense drama and danger of the scene are palpable, as we see the young man struggling against the powerful predator in the waters of Havana, Cuba.
Valentine Green's skilled engraving brings to life Copley's original oil painting, which now resides in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The detail and emotion captured in this artwork make it a timeless depiction of bravery and survival against all odds.
Watson's story is one of resilience and courage in the face of unimaginable peril. His loss of a leg to the shark serves as a reminder of both the fragility and strength of human life. This print serves as a testament to his survival and triumph over nature's most fearsome creatures.
As we gaze upon this historic image, we are reminded that even in our darkest moments, there is always hope for rescue and redemption. The youth rescued from a shark stands as a symbol of perseverance and endurance that continues to inspire us today.
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