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Valentia, Ireland, from the Harbor, Opposite Knight s-town, at the Period of Laying
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Valentia, Ireland, from the Harbor, Opposite Knight s-town, at the Period of Laying
Valentia, Ireland, from the Harbor, Opposite Knight s-town, at the Period of Laying the Cable of 1857, 1865-66
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This 19th-century print titled "Valentia, Ireland, from the Harbor, Opposite Knight's-town, at the Period of Laying the Cable of 1857" by Robert Charles Dudley takes us back in time to witness a significant moment in history. The artwork depicts an awe-inspiring coastal landscape in County Kerry, Munster, Ireland. At the forefront of this scene is a bustling harbor filled with sailing ships and people engaged in various activities. The artist skillfully captures the essence of industrialization as cables are being laid by workers from the Atlantic Telegraph Company. This groundbreaking endeavor was led by Cyrus West Field and Isambard Kingdom Brunel, two prominent figures who revolutionized communications between Britain and America. The vibrant colors used in this gouache drawing bring life to every detail - from the rolling hills that surround Valentia Island to the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean stretching beyond. It is a testament to Dudley's talent as he masterfully combines natural beauty with man-made engineering marvels. As we gaze upon this heritage art piece housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, we can't help but be transported back to a time when communication across continents was still an extraordinary feat. This print serves as a reminder of our progress and how far we have come since then.
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![The Atlantic Telegraph, [1866]. Creator: Robert Charles Dudley](/sq/731/atlantic-telegraph-1866-creator-20375347.jpg.webp)
