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Wreck of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon at Galle (engraving)
1626107 Wreck of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon at Galle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wreck of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon at Galle. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 December 1871.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22854100
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Coast Scenery Coastal Feature Coastl Crew Galle Passengers Removal Scuttling Shipwrecks Sinking Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Wreck
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating history of maritime tragedy with this exquisite Fine Art Print of "Wreck of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon at Galle" by the English School from Bridgeman Images. This 19th-century engraving, sourced from a private collection, offers a hauntingly beautiful depiction of the aftermath of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon's wreckage off the coast of Galle, Sri Lanka. Add this evocative piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire reflection on the past. Experience the timeless allure of fine art with Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 35.9cm x 50.8cm (14.1" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled "Wreck of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon at Galle" takes us back to a dramatic maritime incident that occurred in the 19th century. The image depicts the aftermath of the sinking of the Mail Steam-Ship Rangoon off the coast of Galle, Sri Lanka. The scene is filled with tension and chaos as crew members scramble to salvage what they can from their doomed vessel. Passengers anxiously await rescue onshore, while waves crash against Kadir Rocks in the background. The coastal landscape adds an eerie beauty to this tragic event. The artist's attention to detail brings this historical moment vividly to life. Every line and shadow captures both the power of nature and human vulnerability in face of it. This engraving was originally published in The Illustrated London News on December 23,1871, providing readers with a visual account of this harrowing shipwreck. As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded not only of the fragility of human endeavors but also our resilience in times of crisis. It serves as a testament to our enduring fascination with maritime disasters and their impact on individuals' lives. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate both the artistic skill involved in its creation and its historical significance as a record of one fateful day at sea.
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