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Valetta Harbour, Malta, c1856
Valetta Harbour, Malta, c1856. Engraving after a painting, The Grand Harbour of Malta from the Corradino Point, showing ships in the bustling port. During the Crimean War, Malta was a convenient staging post on the way to the Black Sea. From The Illustrated London News, 8 March 1856
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Busy Crimean War J Carmichael James Wilson James Wilson Carmichael John Wilson Carmichael Malta Port Sailing Ships Valetta Carmichael
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This engraving takes us back to the bustling Valetta Harbour in Malta, circa 1856. The print, created by James Wilson Carmichael after his painting "The Grand Harbour of Malta from the Corradino Point" offers a glimpse into the vibrant maritime activity during this era. Amidst the backdrop of the Crimean War, which made Malta a crucial stopover en route to the Black Sea, ships fill every inch of this busy port. Sailing vessels of various sizes dot the harbor, their masts reaching towards the sky like silent sentinels. The scene exudes an air of trade and transport as goods are loaded and unloaded onto these majestic vessels. James Wilson Carmichael's meticulous attention to detail brings this nineteenth-century landscape to life. Every line etched on paper captures not only the physicality but also the essence of a time when water transport was paramount for global commerce. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from The Illustrated London News dated March 8th, 1856, we can't help but be transported back in time. This monochrome masterpiece is a testament to both Carmichael's artistic skill and our human fascination with capturing moments that transcend generations. Let us cherish this print as a window into history—a reminder that even amidst war and turmoil, there were still pockets of beauty and thriving industry found within ports like Valetta Harbour.
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