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The Ship-Wreck Sailors
The Ship-Wreck Sailors

The Ship-Wreck Sailors

Artist (English, 1759 - 1817)
Publisher
Date1804
Object number00036377
NameEngraving
MediumInk on paper
DimensionsOverall: 408 x 494 mm, 40 g
ClassificationsArt
Credit LineANMM Collection Purchased with USA Bicentennial Gift funds
DescriptionThis engraving depicts ship wrecked sailors struggling to shore. Survivors of the sinking vessel are clutching to pieces of broken wood amidst large crashing waves, while a wearly sailor helps another climb onto the rocky shore.