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The Kraken Supposed a Sepia or Cuttlefish (from Denys Montford)

Forbes and Clark Collections Visualizing Maritime History Project

Hand-colored etching of mythical sea monster, the kraken, attacking a three-masted vessel. The tentacles of the giant octopus twist around the main and fore masts. The crew flees towards the stern to escape on a small rowboat.

Classification

religion

Date Made

1839-01-02

Legal Status

PERMANENT COLLECTION

Major Collection

Hart Nautical

Maker

Jardine, William; Lizars

Materials

paper; color; board

Measurements

8 1/4 in x 5 in

Place Made

Scotland: Edinburgh

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