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Framed Print : Barrow-in-Furness shipyard 1920 EPW004064
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Barrow-in-Furness shipyard 1920 EPW004064
BARROW-IN-FURNESS, Cumbria. Aerial view of the shipyard in July 1920 with four ships in various stages of completion. The shipyard was first established in 1852; by 1920 it was operated by Vickers Ltd as the Naval Construction Yard. At around this time it was building merchant vessels and liners for companies like Cunard. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 3448583
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Boat Construction Industrial Maritime Ship
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Historic England collection. This captivating aerial view of Barrow-in-Furness shipyard in July 1920, EPW004064 by Aerofilms, showcases the bustling activity of the Vickers-operated shipyard in its prime. With four ships in various stages of completion, this framed print is a testament to the rich maritime history of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. Bring the past into your present and adorn your walls with this intriguing piece of history.
20x16 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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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In this aerial photograph, Barrow-in-Furness shipyard in Cumbria, England, comes alive with the bustling activity of ship construction in July 1920. The image, taken by Aerofilms, reveals four ships at various stages of completion, their skeletal frames standing proud against the backdrop of the Irish Sea. Barrow-in-Furness shipyard, established in 1852, had grown significantly by the early 20th century. By 1920, it was under the operation of Vickers Ltd, transforming into a major Naval Construction Yard. At this time, the yard was not only building naval vessels for the British military but also constructing merchant vessels and liners for renowned companies such as Cunard. The intricate dance of shipbuilding is on full display in this photograph. Workers can be seen on the decks of the partially completed ships, while cranes and other machinery loom overhead, ready to lift and place heavy components into position. The ships' hulls, still in their raw, unfinished state, are a testament to the meticulous process of turning raw materials into seaworthy vessels. The vast expanse of the shipyard, with its maze of crisscrossing walkways and numerous buildings, serves as a reminder of the industrial might and innovation that characterized this period in maritime history. The ships, once completed, would set sail on their respective journeys, contributing to the global trade and transportation networks that connected the world. This photograph offers a unique and fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a tangible link to the rich maritime heritage of Barrow-in-Furness and the broader history of shipbuilding in the United Kingdom.
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