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The Wreck of the SS "Bokhara"on Sand Island, Pescadores, in the China Seas (engraving)
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The Wreck of the SS "Bokhara"on Sand Island, Pescadores, in the China Seas (engraving)
1047788 The Wreck of the SS " Bokhara" on Sand Island, Pescadores, in the China Seas (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wreck of the SS " Bokhara" on Sand Island, Pescadores, in the China Seas, the Last Glimpse of the Sinking Vessel as seen by one of the Survivors directly after being cast Ashore. Illustration for The Graphic, 3 December 1892.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23539934
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Ashore Cast Joseph Nash Nash Joseph 1808 1878 Scuttling Shipwrecks Survivors Wreck Sand Island
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The Wreck of the SS 'Bokhara' on Sand Island, Pescadores, in the China Seas
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This engraving by Joseph Nash depicts the tragic scene of the sinking vessel, SS 'Bokhara', as it meets its untimely fate off the coast of Sand Island in the China Seas. The artist skillfully captures the last glimpse witnessed by one of the survivors who was cast ashore. The image portrays a sense of chaos and despair as waves crash against jagged rocks, engulfing what remains of this once majestic ship. The dark clouds looming overhead add to the ominous atmosphere, emphasizing the perilous situation faced by those aboard. Nash's attention to detail is evident in his depiction of both human emotion and physical destruction. The expressions on faces reveal fear and desperation while broken masts and debris littering the water serve as haunting reminders of lives lost. As an illustration for The Graphic in 1892, this artwork serves not only as a visual representation but also as a historical record capturing a significant maritime disaster. It reminds us that even amidst tragedy, there are stories of survival and resilience. Through Nash's masterful technique and composition, viewers are transported back to that fateful day when nature's fury clashed with man-made ingenuity. This print stands testament to both artistic excellence and our enduring fascination with tales from sea disasters throughout history.
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