Pillow : Victims of the SS Central America, after the hurricane, survivors on a raft, 1857 - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Victims of the SS Central America, wrecked in a hurricane, 1857 - Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
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Victims of the SS Central America, after the hurricane, survivors on a raft, 1857 - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Victims of the SS Central America, wrecked in a hurricane, 1857 - Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
NWI4963920 Victims of the SS Central America, after the hurricane, survivors on a raft, 1857 - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Victims of the SS Central America, wrecked in a hurricane, 1857 - Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration; (add.info.: Victims of the SS Central America, after the hurricane, survivors on a raft, 1857 - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Victims of the SS Central America, wrecked in a hurricane, 1857 - Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration); Photo © North Wind Pictures
Media ID 38104070
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Forked Lightning Lightning Linen Natation Raft Rescue Shipwreck Fear
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The harrowing scene depicted in this colorized engraving from the 19th century captures the aftermath of the SS Central America wrecked in a devastating hurricane in 1857. The survivors, clinging to a makeshift raft, are a poignant reminder of the human toll exacted by nature's fury.
As forked lightning illuminates the darkened sky and waves crash around them, these victims of tragedy embody both fear and resilience. Among them are children, their faces etched with terror as they navigate the treacherous waters.
The hand-colored woodcut adds an extra layer of emotion to this already powerful image. The vivid hues bring to life the desperation and hopelessness felt by those stranded at sea.
This illustration serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the unpredictability of nature. It is a testament to both the destructive power of storms and the strength of human spirit in times of crisis.
Through this historical artwork, we are transported back to a moment when lives hung in balance, when survival was uncertain, and when humanity faced its own mortality on the unforgiving seas.
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