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The Defilement of Loch Long (engraving)
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The Defilement of Loch Long (engraving)
1626939 The Defilement of Loch Long (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Defilement of Loch Long. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 April 1890.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22857670
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Clyde Deposited Depositing Lakes River Clyde Showing Loch Long
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The Defilement of Loch Long - A Haunting Reminder of Environmental Neglect
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. This photo print, titled "The Defilement of Loch Long" takes us back to a significant moment in history, shedding light on the environmental challenges faced by Scotland in the late 19th century. The engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist and featured in The Illustrated London News on April 12,1890, captures a disturbing scene that demands our attention. In this thought-provoking image, we witness the River Clyde's dredging barges depositing foul matter into the pristine waters of Loch Long. The view is both mesmerizing and disheartening as it reveals maps covered with dredgings and lakes tainted by pollution. This visual representation serves as a stark reminder of how human activities can defile even the most breathtaking natural landscapes. The significance of this artwork lies not only in its artistic merit but also in its historical context. It reminds us that industrialization often comes at a cost to our environment—a lesson still relevant today. As we gaze upon this print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are compelled to reflect on our responsibility towards nature and consider how our actions impact fragile ecosystems. Let this evocative image serve as a call for greater awareness and action against environmental degradation. May it inspire us all to strive for sustainable practices that preserve the beauty and integrity of our planet for generations to come.
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