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Ship Wrecked on Iceberg, engraved by J. McGoffin, title illustration from Arctic
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Ship Wrecked on Iceberg, engraved by J. McGoffin, title illustration from Arctic
KW282160 Ship Wrecked on Iceberg, engraved by J. McGoffin, title illustration from Arctic Explorations in the Years 1853, 54, 55, Volume I, by Doctor Elisha Kent Kane (1820-57) published Philadelphia, 1856 (litho) by Hamilton, James (1819-78) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: after a sketch by Dr Kane; Kane was a medical officer in US Navy; member of two failed Arctic expeditions to rescue the explorer John Franklin; ); Ken Welsh; American, out of copyright
Media ID 12795222
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This print titled "Ship Wrecked on Iceberg" takes us back to the treacherous Arctic explorations of the mid-19th century. Engraved by J. McGoffin and serving as the title illustration from "Arctic Explorations in the Years 1853,54,55". Volume I by Doctor Elisha Kent Kane, this image offers a glimpse into a harrowing tale of survival. The scene depicts a ship stranded on an imposing iceberg amidst vast expanses of icy waters. The meticulous lithograph captures the sheer danger and isolation faced by those who ventured into uncharted territories during polar expeditions. The artist James Hamilton skillfully brings to life Dr Kane's original sketch, providing viewers with a hauntingly beautiful yet perilous tableau. Dr Kane himself was not only a medical officer in the US Navy but also participated in two failed Arctic expeditions aimed at rescuing renowned explorer John Franklin. This engraving serves as both an artistic representation and historical documentation of these daring endeavors. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit for knowledge and discovery despite facing immense challenges. It is through such visual narratives that we can appreciate the bravery and resilience exhibited by these early pioneers who risked their lives to unlock nature's secrets within the frozen realms of our planet's polar regions.
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