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LXXIV 191

Forbes and Clark Collections Visualizing Maritime History Project

Hand-colored engraving depicting two beached whales (side views), separated by a narrow strait of water. The rear whale is spouting and has its tail elevated. Plate is labeled "T. LXXIV. 191." and "192."

Classification

whales

Date Made

1795-01-02

Legal Status

PERMANENT COLLECTION

Major Collection

Hart Nautical

Maker

Maury

Materials

ink; laid paper

Measurements

4 1/4 in x 6 3/4 in

Place Made

unknown

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