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The Great China Race. The Clipper Ships Taeping and Ariel passing the Lizard, Cornwall, 1866. Artist: Thomas Goldsworth Dutton
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The Great China Race. The Clipper Ships Taeping and Ariel passing the Lizard, Cornwall, 1866. Artist: Thomas Goldsworth Dutton
The Great China Race. The Clipper Ships Taeping and Ariel passing the Lizard on 6 September 1866 on their homeward voyage from Foo-Chow-Foo, 1866. After a voyage of 14, 000 miles, Taeping docked in London just 28 minutes before Ariel. The Great Tea Race of 1866 was extensively covered in the British press. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]
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The Great China Race - A Historic Clash of Clipper Ships
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. This print captures a thrilling moment in maritime history, showcasing the iconic clipper ships Taeping and Ariel as they pass the Lizard, Cornwall in 1866. Painted by Thomas Goldsworth Dutton, this artwork commemorates their homeward voyage from Foo-Chow-Foo. The Great Tea Race of 1866 was an epic competition that gripped the British press and captivated the nation. After traversing a staggering distance of 14,000 miles across treacherous seas, Taeping managed to dock in London just 28 minutes before its rival Ariel. The intensity of this race is palpable as both vessels sail neck and neck towards victory. This image not only showcases the speed and skill of these majestic sailing ships but also symbolizes Britain's dominance in global trade during the Victorian era. The clipper ship represented an engineering marvel at that time, embodying progress and innovation within the shipping industry. Against a backdrop of breathtaking seascapes and vibrant colors, this lithograph transports us back to a bygone era when tea was highly prized cargo for British merchants. It serves as a reminder of how water transport played a crucial role in shaping nineteenth-century history. With its rich historical significance and artistic beauty, "The Great China Race" print stands as a testament to human ambition, technological advancement, and fierce competition on the high seas.
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