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Whaling ship, stripping the flesh
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Whaling ship, stripping the flesh
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Arctic Flesh Stripping Whaling
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Whaling Ship, Stripping the Flesh" is an evocative and haunting image from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage lantern slide transports us back to a time when the Arctic was a frontier of exploration and survival, and the pursuit of whale oil was a major industry. The photograph captures a whaling ship in the midst of processing a freshly harvested whale. The vessel's tall masts and sails stand proud against the backdrop of the icy Arctic landscape, while the crew, dressed in Victorian and Edwardian-era clothing, work diligently on the deck. The raw, red flesh of the whale is being stripped and prepared for rendering, with barrels and vats nearby ready to receive the valuable blubber. The scene is both a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the whalers, who braved the harsh Arctic conditions to provide essential resources to their communities, and a reminder of the immense toll this industry took on the natural world. The image invites us to reflect on the complex relationship between humanity and the environment, and the ways in which our past actions continue to shape the present. The muted colors and grainy texture of the lantern slide add to its historical authenticity, making it a captivating addition to any collection of vintage photographs or studies of maritime history. Whether used for educational or decorative purposes, "Whaling Ship, Stripping the Flesh" is a powerful reminder of the past and a window into a world that has largely disappeared.
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