Framed Print : The blockade runner Lizzie; American Civil War, 1864
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The blockade runner Lizzie; American Civil War, 1864
Engraving of the steamship Lizzie built on the Clyde, Scotland, and first used as a blockade runner during the American Civil War, 1864
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Media ID 4376814
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1864 Blockade Clyde Runner Scot Land Steam Ship
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "The blockade runner Lizzie" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your historical decor. This enchanting print showcases the steamship Lizzie, an iconic vessel built on the Clyde, Scotland, and famously used as a blockade runner during the American Civil War in 1864. The intricate detail of this engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into maritime history. Adorn your walls with this captivating piece, a testament to the courage and resilience of the past.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving captures the steamship Lizzie, an iconic vessel of the American Civil War era, built on the Clyde in Scotland in 1864. The Lizzie's historical significance lies in its role as a blockade runner during the conflict. At a time when the Union and Confederate forces were engaged in a bitter struggle to control the seas, the Lizzie's sleek design and powerful engine made it an ideal candidate for evading the Union blockade and bringing much-needed supplies to the Confederacy. The image showcases the Lizzie's impressive size and stature as it cuts through the water, its smokestacks billowing plumes of steam. The intricate details of the ship's construction are on full display, from the ornate ironwork adorning the deck to the intricately designed propeller. The Lizzie's journey began in Scotland, where it was built under the watchful eye of skilled shipbuilders. Once completed, it made its way across the Atlantic Ocean to the Confederate States of America, where it became a vital asset in the Southern war effort. Despite the risks involved in running the Union blockade, the Lizzie made multiple successful voyages, bringing much-needed supplies and resources to the Confederacy. Its daring exploits became the stuff of legend, and the Lizzie remains an enduring symbol of the ingenuity and resilience of both the Confederate forces and the Scottish shipbuilding industry during the American Civil War.
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