The Wreck of the Victoria near Dieppe, 1887

Antique Engraving – The Wreck of the Victoria near Dieppe, 1887

• Original 1887 engraving, published in The Graphic.
• Date: 23 April 1887.
• Subject: The dramatic wreck of the Channel steamer “Victoria” near Dieppe, France, and the rescue of passengers.
• The large central illustration depicts a port lifeboat approaching the rocky coast through heavy seas, with sailors and survivors vividly portrayed.
• Inset scene: “The Port Life-Boat going to the rescue of two men of the capsized boat.”
• Map inset: A contemporary sketch-map showing the coast between Pointe d’Ailly and Dieppe, including the location of the incident.
• The illustrations were sketched on the spot, based also on the account of Mr. John Cameron, a surviving passenger.
• Beautiful example of Victorian maritime illustration, with remarkable detail in the waves, boats, rocks and figures.
• An evocative historical document illustrating 19th-century sea rescue and maritime life.
• Particularly suitable for collectors of antique prints, maritime history, Victorian art and The Graphic.
• Dimensions: 40.5 × 30 cm.
• Original period print, ideal for framing and display.