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The Bering Sea Arbitration (engraving)
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The Bering Sea Arbitration (engraving)
1604381 The Bering Sea Arbitration (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bering Sea Arbitration. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 June 1893.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 25468820
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cooling Drive July Killed Occupied Polar Regions Seals St Paul Fur Seals Killing
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This engraving, titled "The Bering Sea Arbitration" takes us back to the 19th century and offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. The image showcases the polar regions during July, where an intense drive to hunt seals is taking place. In the foreground, we witness a vast fur seal rookery bustling with activity as male fur seals assert their dominance and protect their territory. However, this scene of apparent chaos holds deeper significance. It represents the contentious issue of seal hunting that led to the Bering Sea Arbitration. The arbitration aimed to settle disputes between Britain and America over the killing of these magnificent creatures for their valuable fur. Intriguingly, amidst all this commotion lies a sense of tranquility as well. The cooling hues of blue evoke a serene atmosphere against which this heated debate unfolds. This juxtaposition highlights not only the urgency surrounding this matter but also emphasizes nature's delicate balance that must be preserved. "The Bering Sea Arbitration" engraving serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation. It transports us back in time while shedding light on significant events that shaped international relations concerning wildlife conservation. Displayed within private collections worldwide, this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection invites viewers to reflect upon humanity's impact on our natural world and consider how such conflicts can be resolved harmoniously for future generations' benefit – reminding us that art has always been intertwined with societal progress.
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