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The wreck of Valparaiso, 1850
3478521 The wreck of Valparaiso, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the wreck of Valparaiso at Vigo, on the Spanish coast of the Bay of Biscay. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38145582
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Bay Of Biscay Paddle Wheel Steamer Paddlesteamers Scuttling Ship Wreck Ship Wrecked Shipwreck Shipwrecked Steam Steamer Steamship Valparaiso Vigo Wreck
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Immerse yourself in history with this captivating Fine Art Print of "The wreck of 'Valparaiso', 1850" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. Witness the dramatic scene of a shipwreck at Vigo, Spain, beautifully captured in stunning detail. Add a touch of nautical intrigue to your space today.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 29.1cm (21" x 11.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the dramatic scene of 'The wreck of Valparaiso' in 1850, a haunting reminder of the perils faced by seafarers in the treacherous waters off the Spanish coast. The detailed illustration showcases the steamship's tragic fate as it lies stranded and broken on the rocky shores of Vigo, amidst crashing waves and swirling mist.
The paddle wheel steamer, once a symbol of progress and modernity, now stands as a ghostly monument to human vulnerability in the face of nature's power. The artist skillfully conveys a sense of chaos and destruction, with masts askew and debris scattered across the shoreline.
As we gaze upon this historical image from the 19th century, we are transported back in time to an era when maritime travel was fraught with danger and uncertainty. The wreck serves as a poignant reminder of those who lost their lives at sea, their stories forever etched into the annals of nautical history.
Through this evocative artwork, we are reminded of both the beauty and brutality of our world's oceans – a timeless theme that continues to captivate viewers centuries later. Let us pause to reflect on the bravery and sacrifice inherent in every voyage taken across these unpredictable waters.
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