Straits of Yenikale with the Bay and Town of Kertch from the Old Fortress of Yenikale (Plate 4)

Artist	William Simpson (1823-1899)
Engraver	Georges McCulloch
Date	1856
Technique	Lithography, Sepia-toned
Category	Military
Source	The Campaign in the Crimea: An Historical Sketch by George Brackenbury, London, Published Oct. 1, 1856 by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co., Day & Son Lithographers to the Queen

Description

This engraving depicts the strategic importance of the Yenikale Strait and the Kerch Gulf during the Crimean War, as viewed from the ruins of the old Yenikale Fortress. In the foreground, the remnants of the fortress walls, soldiers, cannons, and fortification works are prominent, while in the background, the tents of the military camp and the bustling port area can be seen. The engraving highlights both the geographical and military significance of the region, providing a detailed view of the Allies’ logistical and defensive preparations. William Simpson, who painted this engraving, was a painter and engraver sent to the war zones for The Illustrated London News during the Crimean War.

About the Original The Original Name Of The Engraved Painting is "Straits of Yenikale with the Bay and Town of Kertch from the Old Fortress of Yenikale", 1855, Watercolor on Paper, 24 x 34 cm, Private Collection, London, England