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CUTTY SARK CLIPPER
China clipper, though she only made 8 voyages to China before steamships destroyed the clipper business : she then became a wool carrier, then a training ship
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Media ID 619528
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1869 Business Carrier Clipper Destroyed Steam Ships Voyages Wool Made
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the historic beauty of the Cutty Sark Clipper into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. This exquisite image from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the essence of this iconic China clipper, which made her mark on maritime history with eight voyages to the Far East before the advent of steamships. Later repurposed as a wool carrier and a training ship, the Cutty Sark continues to inspire awe with her distinctive sails and graceful lines. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not just decorative pieces; they are a testament to the enduring allure of the sea and the golden age of sail. Order yours today and let the legend of the Cutty Sark live on in your space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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
Captured in this stunning 1869 photograph is the legendary Cutty Sark, a British clipper ship renowned for her record-breaking voyages between China and the United Kingdom. The Cutty Sark, named after a witch from Scottish folklore, embarked on her maiden voyage to China in 1869, making eight round trips before the advent of steamships signaled the decline of the clipper era. Measuring 213 meters in length and boasting a sail area of 3,216 square meters, the Cutty Sark was an engineering marvel of her time. Her sleek design and innovative rigging enabled her to reach unprecedented speeds, making her a formidable competitor in the lucrative China tea trade. However, the Cutty Sark's success was short-lived as steamships began to dominate the maritime landscape in the late 19th century. Faster and more efficient than their sailing counterparts, steamships could transport goods across vast distances in a fraction of the time it took clippers. The Cutty Sark, like many other clippers, was forced to adapt. In the early 1870s, she was converted into a wool carrier, transporting wool from Australia to the United Kingdom. Later, in the late 1880s, she became a training ship for the Merchant Navy, providing young seamen with invaluable experience and skills. This photograph captures the Cutty Sark in her later years as a training ship, a testament to her enduring legacy as a symbol of maritime innovation and resilience. Her historic voyages, though brief, left an indelible mark on the annals of nautical history, and she remains a cherished icon of the golden age of sail.
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