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On the Vistula in Warsaw Poland, two ships with clergy and pilgrims become shipwrecked
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On the Vistula in Warsaw Poland, two ships with clergy and pilgrims become shipwrecked
On the Vistula in Warsaw Poland, two ships with clergy and pilgrims become shipwrecked in a whirlwind, 1683, Caspar Luyken, Pieter van der Aa I, 1698
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1698 Caspar Luyken Cyclone Hurricane Pieter Van Der Aa Poland Shipwreck Typhoon Warsaw Whirlwind Vistula
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In this print titled "On the Vistula in Warsaw Poland, two ships with clergy and pilgrims become shipwrecked in a whirlwind" captured by Caspar Luyken and Pieter van der Aa I in 1698, we are transported back to a moment of chaos and despair. The image depicts two majestic ships battling against the forces of nature as they find themselves caught in the midst of a violent whirlwind. As the tempestuous cyclone rages on, clergymen and devoted pilgrims aboard these vessels cling desperately to anything that will keep them from being swallowed by the unforgiving sea. Their faces etched with fear and determination tell tales of faith tested under extreme circumstances. The location itself adds another layer of intrigue to this scene - the historic Vistula River flowing through Warsaw, Poland. This picturesque setting now serves as an eerie backdrop for this calamitous event, where nature's fury clashes with human resilience. Caspar Luyken's skilled eye captures every detail with precision, allowing us to witness firsthand the destructive power unleashed upon these ill-fated ships. Paired with Pieter van der Aa I's masterful printing techniques, their collaboration brings forth an image that evokes both awe and sympathy. Quint Lox presents us with this remarkable print from Liszt Collection without any commercial intentions but rather invites us to reflect on our own vulnerability when faced with life's storms.
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