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Clipper Ship: Flying Cloud, 1852. Artist: E Brown Jr
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Clipper Ship: Flying Cloud, 1852. Artist: E Brown Jr
Clipper Ship: Flying Cloud, 1852. Designed by Donald McKay and built in Boston, the Flying Cloud was considered one of the best clippers ever built. Launched in 1851, she completed the voyage from New York to San Francisco around Cape Horn in 89 days and 21 hours, at one stage covering 374 miles in a 24 hour period. In 1871 Flying Cloud ran aground off St John s, Newfoundland and was condemned, burnt and her fittings sold for scrap. Print published by Currier and Ives, New York, USA. From The Studio Volume 122. [The Studio Ltd, London, 1941]
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This print showcases the magnificent Clipper Ship: Flying Cloud, a true masterpiece of maritime engineering. Created in 1852 by artist E Brown Jr, this artwork immortalizes the renowned vessel designed by Donald McKay and built in Boston. The Flying Cloud was hailed as one of the finest clippers ever constructed. In 1851, she embarked on an extraordinary journey from New York to San Francisco via Cape Horn, completing it in a remarkable 89 days and 21 hours. At one point during her voyage, she covered an astonishing distance of 374 miles within just 24 hours. This feat solidified her reputation as a swift and powerful sailing ship. However, tragedy struck in 1871 when the Flying Cloud ran aground off St John's, Newfoundland. She was subsequently condemned and burned down to salvage her fittings for scrap. The print itself is a publication by Currier and Ives from New York City. It originated from The Studio Volume 122 published by The Studio Ltd in London during the forties (1940s). With its vivid depiction of sea waves crashing against the ship's hull under clear blue skies, this image transports viewers back to the golden age of sailing ships. A testament to both human ingenuity and nature's power, this engraving captures not only a historical moment but also serves as a metaphor for resilience and determination amidst challenging circumstances.
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