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A Sketch of the Sea Serpent lately seen off Galveston (engraving)
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A Sketch of the Sea Serpent lately seen off Galveston (engraving)
1058013 A Sketch of the Sea Serpent lately seen off Galveston (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sketch of the Sea Serpent lately seen off Galveston. Illustration for The Graphic, 17 August 1872.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22224100
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Marine Life Sea Serpent Galveston
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This engraving, titled "A Sketch of the Sea Serpent lately seen off Galveston" takes us back to the 19th century when tales of mythical creatures still stirred our imaginations. The artist, belonging to the English School, skillfully brings to life a mysterious marine creature that was reportedly spotted near Galveston. The sea serpent depicted in this print is both awe-inspiring and enigmatic. Its elongated body gracefully glides through the water, its scales glistening under the sunlight. With its serpentine form and menacing gaze, it evokes a sense of wonder mixed with trepidation. This artwork originally appeared in The Graphic on August 17th, 1872 - an era when scientific exploration was uncovering new secrets of the natural world. It captures a moment frozen in time, preserving not only an artistic rendition but also a glimpse into the collective fascination with unexplained phenomena. As we admire this historical piece from a private collection now made accessible by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, let us allow ourselves to be transported back to that period of discovery and curiosity. Whether one believes in such legendary creatures or not, there is no denying their ability to ignite our imagination and remind us of how vast and mysterious our planet's oceans truly are.
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