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The Voyage to China, Forecastle of a Mail-Steamer in the Red Sea (engraving)
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The Voyage to China, Forecastle of a Mail-Steamer in the Red Sea (engraving)
1589016 The Voyage to China, Forecastle of a Mail-Steamer in the Red Sea (engraving) by Ridley, Matthew White (1837-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Voyage to China, Forecastle of a Mail-Steamer in the Red Sea. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 November 1872.
M W Ridley); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22550190
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Forecastle Mail Steamer Red Sea Chineses
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The Voyage to China, Forecastle of a Mail-Steamer in the Red Sea
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to the maritime adventures of the 19th century. Created by Matthew White Ridley and published in The Illustrated London News in 1872, this print offers a glimpse into life aboard a mail-steamer en route to China. The scene depicts the bustling forecastle of the ship, where sailors from different corners of the world gather during their long journey across the Red Sea. Amidst stacks of cargo and ropes, we see Chinese crew members peacefully resting after hours of hard work. Their presence highlights both the global nature of seafaring trade and China's significant role as an economic powerhouse during that era. The artist's attention to detail transports us back in time; we can almost feel the salty sea breeze on our faces and hear distant waves crashing against the vessel's hull. This engraving not only captures a moment frozen in history but also serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with exploration and discovery. As we observe this snapshot from yesteryears, it prompts us to reflect on how interconnected our world has become since then. It reminds us that journeys like these were once arduous endeavors filled with uncertainty, yet they paved the way for today's seamless global connectivity. "The Voyage to China" invites us to appreciate both our shared heritage and how far we have come as a society driven by curiosity and ambition.
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