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ALBERT RICHARD SMITH (816-1860). English author and mountaineer
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ALBERT RICHARD SMITH (816-1860). English author and mountaineer
ALBERT RICHARD SMITH
(816-1860). English author and mountaineer. Smith recounting his adventures climbing Mont Blanc to an audience at the Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London, England, 1852. Contemporary English wood engraving
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1852 Adventure Albert Audience Entertainment Lecture London Mont Blanc Mountaineer Piccadilly Richard Smith Theatre Victorian Egyptian Hall
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This print captures the essence of Albert Richard Smith, an English author and mountaineer, as he recounts his thrilling adventures climbing Mont Blanc to a captivated audience at the Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London. The year is 1852, and Smith's animated gestures and passionate storytelling transport his listeners to the majestic peaks of Mont Blanc. The Victorian-era interior of the Egyptian Hall provides a fitting backdrop for this enthralling lecture. Men and women alike are engrossed by Smith's tales of bravery and daring amidst nature's grandeur. The atmosphere is electric with anticipation as they hang on every word spoken by this renowned adventurer. As we gaze upon this contemporary wood engraving, we can almost feel the excitement emanating from both Smith and his audience. The detailed engravings bring to life every expression on their faces, capturing their awe-inspired reactions to each twist and turn in Smith's narrative. This image serves as a testament not only to Smith's incredible mountaineering feats but also to the power of storytelling itself. It reminds us that even in an era before photographs could capture such moments directly, artistry could still convey the emotions felt during these extraordinary experiences. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this historical gem for us all to appreciate – a window into a time when adventurers like Albert Richard Smith transported audiences through vivid descriptions rather than digital imagery or virtual reality.
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