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Burning of the "Sewolod", Aug. 27, 1808.

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Hand-colored etching depicting a naval battle. In the rightmost third of the composition, the "Sewolod" is seen engulfed in flames and smoke. To her left and right are two warships flying the British flag. Each is accompanied by a ship's boat full of men on the water. At far left, more ships are visible through the haze in the background. Title and production information in lower margin.

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