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Ships at Tilbury Docks
Four P&O ships at Tilbury Docks, London: (from left to right) Chitral (painted black); Strathnaver ; Strathaird ; Himalaya
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Media ID 591992
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1952 Dock Docks Harbours Shipping Tilbury
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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.
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This print captures a moment in history at Tilbury Docks, London in 1952. Four majestic P&O ships are lined up from left to right: the Chitral painted black, the Strathnaver, the Strathaird, and the Himalaya. Each ship tells its own story of travel and adventure on the high seas.
The industrial setting of Tilbury Docks provides a stark contrast to the elegant ships that call it home. The historical significance of this image is palpable as we witness a snapshot of Britain's bustling shipping industry in the mid-20th century.
The meticulous detail captured by Mary Evans Picture Library transports us back in time to an era when these vessels were not just modes of transport, but symbols of national pride and exploration. The sheer size and grandeur of these ships against the backdrop of the docks remind us of their importance in shaping global trade and connecting distant lands.
As we gaze upon this print, we can almost hear the sounds of seagulls overhead and feel the salty breeze coming off the Thames River. It serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with maritime history and our endless curiosity about what lies beyond the horizon.
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