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Cliffs at Attah, from Picturesque Views on the River Niger: sketched during
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XJF437966 Cliffs at Attah, from Picturesque Views on the River Niger: sketched during Landers last visit in 1832-33 lithograph made by Thomas Picken, published 1840 (litho) by Allen, William (1793-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commander William Allen painted these pictures while accompanying the Cornish explorer of western Africa Richard Lemon Lander (1804-1834) on his final journey down the River Niger; The purpose of the expedition was to found a trading settlement at the junction of the Niger and Benue rivers but during the journey Lander was attacked by African tribesmen and was wounded by a musket ball in the thigh that eventually killed him; This image is in fact of the landing place at Iddah, a town on the east bank of the River Niger famous for its sandstone cliffs; Thomas Picken (1815-1870); ); English, out of copyright
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This lithograph, titled "Cliffs at Attah" takes us back to the early 19th century and offers a glimpse into the remarkable journey of Commander William Allen and explorer Richard Lemon Lander. Sketched during their final expedition down the River Niger in 1832-33, this print captures a moment of serene beauty amidst an ambitious quest. The purpose of their voyage was to establish a trading settlement at the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers. However, fate had other plans for Lander, as he encountered hostility from African tribesmen along the way. Tragically wounded by a musket ball in his thigh, Lander's injuries proved fatal. In this particular image, we are transported to Iddah, a town on the east bank of the River Niger renowned for its magnificent sandstone cliffs. The scene showcases rowing boats gracefully gliding across calm waters while surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery. The artist Thomas Picken masterfully brings forth every detail with his lithographic skills. As we admire this piece from our private collection today, it serves as both an artistic marvel and a historical testament to those intrepid explorers who ventured into unknown territories in pursuit of knowledge and trade opportunities. It reminds us that even amidst adversity and tragedy, there is still room for beauty and wonder in our world.
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