23274. “LIFE SAVING APPARATUS AT WORK ON THE NORFOLK COAST – The Wreck of the Norwegian Ship “Esras”
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23274. “LIFE SAVING APPARATUS AT WORK ON THE NORFOLK COAST – The Wreck of the Norwegian Ship “Esras”
23274. “LIFE SAVING APPARATUS AT WORK ON THE NORFOLK COAST – The Wreck of the Norwegian Ship “Esras”. The Sphere. March 30, 1901.. Striking full page 11″ x 16″ illustration depicts a sailor clutching the lines of the breeches buoy as he is hauled ashore during a heavy storm. This close depiction shows the breeches buoy apparatus in great detail, with his shipmates on board the vessel anxiously awaiting their turn. Short article details the events of the rescue and the efforts of the Cromer and Sheringham Rocket Brigades in gaining a line to the ship and effecting the rescue. Close, clear, this makes a superb item for framing or illustration. Clean, crisp, nice view. (F-). $48.