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Nelsons encounter with a Bear, illustration from The Life of Nelson
KW234264 Nelsons encounter with a Bear, illustration from The Life of Nelson by Robert Southey (1774-1843) first published 1813 (engraving) by Westall, Richard (1765-1836) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: In 1773 Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) served as a midshipman in the Carcass which sailed with the Racehorse on a Polar expedition to try to find a north-east passage to the Pacific; in the encounter with the bear his musket misfired and he attacked the bear with the butt-end until saved from harm by a rift in the ice; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
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This illustration from "The Life of Nelson" by Robert Southey depicts a remarkable moment in the adventurous life of Horatio Nelson. In 1773, as a young midshipman aboard the Carcass during a Polar expedition, Nelson found himself face to face with an imposing bear. The engraving beautifully captures the intensity and bravery displayed by this legendary naval hero. As fate would have it, Nelson's musket misfired when he attempted to defend himself against the ferocious creature. Undeterred, he fearlessly resorted to using the butt-end of his weapon as a makeshift club. With unwavering determination and quick thinking, he fought off the bear until an unexpected rift in the ice provided him with salvation. Richard Westall skillfully brings this extraordinary encounter to life through his masterful artistry. Every stroke portrays Nelson's courage and resilience in facing such perilous circumstances amidst icy surroundings. This print serves as a testament not only to Nelson's indomitable spirit but also to his unwavering commitment to duty and honor. It reminds us that even in moments of great danger, true heroes rise above adversity with sheer willpower and resourcefulness. Displayed proudly within private collections today, this historic artwork continues to inspire generations with its depiction of one man's incredible encounter with nature's mightiest forces – forever immortalizing Admiral Horatio Nelson as an emblematic figure of valor and fortitude on land or sea.
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