Source Size = 3947 x 2695

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Liszt Collection

Source Size = 3947 x 2695

Picking up a Man Overboard from the Peninsular and Oriental Companys Ship Candia in the Red Sea

Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy

Media ID 12968011

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1861 Engraving Boat Body Of Salty Water Cargo Freight Nautical Ocean Oriental Passenger Peninsular Picking Retail Ship Shipping Transport Transportation Vessel Candia Overboard

EDITORS COMMENTS
This 1861 engraving from the Liszt Collection titled "Picking up a Man Overboard from the Peninsular and Oriental Company's Ship Candia in the Red Sea" takes us back to a significant moment in maritime history. The image showcases a dramatic rescue operation, highlighting the bravery and determination of seafarers. The scene unfolds on the vast expanse of the Red Sea, with its deep blue waters stretching as far as the eye can see. A ship, belonging to the renowned Peninsular and Oriental Company, sails through this body of salty water, laden with cargo and passengers. Suddenly, tragedy strikes as a man is thrown overboard into these treacherous depths. In this retro-styled vintage print, we witness an extraordinary display of teamwork and heroism. A smaller boat approaches swiftly to save the fallen sailor from his perilous fate. The engravement technique used adds depth and texture to every detail captured in this historical snapshot. As we admire this illustrative masterpiece, it reminds us not only of our fascination with nautical adventures but also pays homage to those who risk their lives at sea for trade and travel. This artwork transports us back in time while celebrating an era when ships were lifelines connecting nations across oceans—a testament to human resilience against nature's forces.

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