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The Calf-Rock Lighthouse, Bantry Bay, destroyed by the late Storm (engraving)
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The Calf-Rock Lighthouse, Bantry Bay, destroyed by the late Storm (engraving)
1590781 The Calf-Rock Lighthouse, Bantry Bay, destroyed by the late Storm (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Calf-Rock Lighthouse, Bantry Bay, destroyed by the late Storm. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 December 1881.
J Gilbert); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23397706
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bantry Bay Destroyed Lighthouses Storm
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This engraving, titled "The Calf-Rock Lighthouse, Bantry Bay, destroyed by the late Storm" transports us to a tumultuous moment in maritime history. Created by John Gilbert in 1881 and now part of a private collection, this print captures the devastating power of nature as it ravages the iconic lighthouse. Located in Ireland's picturesque Bantry Bay, the Calf-Rock Lighthouse once stood tall against the rugged coastline. However, no structure could withstand the fury unleashed by the recent storm that tore through these waters. Gilbert's skilled hand brings forth an image that evokes both awe and melancholy. In this scene of destruction and chaos, we witness waves crashing against jagged rocks while remnants of what was once a beacon of hope lie scattered around. The artist's attention to detail allows us to feel the weight of loss as we contemplate how such a sturdy structure could succumb to nature's wrath. As we gaze upon this engraving from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, our imaginations are stirred with thoughts about resilience and human vulnerability in face of Mother Nature's might. It serves as a reminder that even man-made structures can be humbled by forces beyond our control. "The Calf-Rock Lighthouse" engraving is not just an artistic representation; it is also a historical record capturing one fateful event on Ireland's coast. Through its intricate lines and somber tones, it invites us into a world where beauty meets destruction -
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