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Seasoned Atlantic traveller at six. Girl leaves for America alone. Six-year-old
Seasoned Atlantic traveller at six.
Girl leaves for America alone.
Six-year-old Miss Sylvia Cavanagh is leaving in the Queen Mary from Southampton tomorrow (Wednesday) to make her sixth Atlantic crossing alone. Sylvia has been staying with her aunt at Rottingdean, Sussex, but our home is at Boston, Massachusetts.
Photo shows, Sylviahanding up her ticket at Southampton as she boarded Queen Mary.
4 May 1938
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Media ID 11264091
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating story of six-year-old Sylvia Cavanagh, a seasoned Atlantic traveller, as she embarks on her journey to America alone. This evocative Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, sourced from TopFoto.co.uk, beautifully captures the determination and courage of a young girl setting sail on the Queen Mary from Southampton. Bring this historical moment into your home and add a touch of inspiration to your walls.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness the remarkable journey of a seasoned Atlantic traveller at just six years old. Meet Miss Sylvia Cavanagh, a brave young girl who is about to embark on her sixth solo voyage across the vast ocean. Departing from Southampton aboard the majestic Queen Mary, Sylvia leaves behind her aunt in Rottingdean, Sussex, as she heads towards her home in Boston, Massachusetts. The image captures a poignant moment as Sylvia confidently hands up her ticket at Southampton before boarding the grand ship. It serves as a testament to her courage and independence at such a tender age during an era marked by uncertainty and change - between two world wars. This monochrome photograph not only offers us a glimpse into Sylvia's extraordinary adventure but also reflects the spirit of exploration that defined early 20th-century travel. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, this historic press photography transports us back in time to May 4th, 1938 - an era when crossing the Atlantic was still considered an awe-inspiring feat. As we contemplate this snapshot frozen in time, let us marvel at young Sylvia's determination and resilience as she sets sail towards new horizons alone. Her story reminds us that even amidst tumultuous times, there are individuals who dare to defy conventions and embrace their own unique journeys with unwavering bravery.
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