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Natives of Hispaniola aid Christopher Columbus crew in salvaging supplies from the Santa Maria, wrecked on a coral reef on Christmas Day 1492. Columbus, speaking with a native, stands in right foreground. Line engraving, American, 1892
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Natives of Hispaniola aid Christopher Columbus crew in salvaging supplies from the Santa Maria, wrecked on a coral reef on Christmas Day 1492. Columbus, speaking with a native, stands in right foreground. Line engraving, American, 1892
SANTA MARIA: WRECK, 1492.
Natives of Hispaniola aid Christopher Columbus crew in salvaging supplies from the Santa Maria, wrecked on a coral reef on Christmas Day 1492. Columbus, speaking with a native, stands in right foreground. Line engraving, American, 1892
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This print captures a significant moment in history as the natives of Hispaniola come to the aid of Christopher Columbus and his crew in salvaging supplies from the wrecked Santa Maria. The year is 1492, and on Christmas Day, tragedy struck when the ship collided with a treacherous coral reef. In this line engraving from 1892, we see Columbus himself standing in the right foreground engaged in conversation with one of the native islanders. The image portrays an extraordinary meeting between two worlds - that of European exploration and indigenous cultures. It symbolizes both cooperation and curiosity as these diverse groups interact amidst a backdrop of sandy shores and crashing waves. The caravel, representing maritime prowess, rests stranded on the reef while men work diligently to unload valuable supplies. This engraving encapsulates not only an event but also an era: the Age of Discovery. It speaks to Italian navigator Christopher Columbus's audacious voyage across uncharted waters that led him to stumble upon what would later be known as Latin America or "the New World". This encounter marked a turning point in history, forever altering global dynamics. As we gaze at this historical artifact, we are reminded of both triumphs and troubles inherent in exploration. We witness unity between different cultures while acknowledging complex power dynamics at play during colonial times. This print serves as a visual testament to human resilience, curiosity, and our relentless pursuit for knowledge beyond familiar horizons.
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