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Brunels Great Britain
Depicted in rough seas off Lundy, Brunels ship is the first iron, screw-propelled liner; in 1846 she will run aground, but end her career as a hulk in the Falklands
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1845 1846 Aground Brunel Brunels Career Depicted Falklands Hulk Iron Lundy Propelled Rough Screw Seas Steam Ships Liner
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Brunel's Great Britain" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home or office decor. This stunning image, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Brunel's legendary ship, the first iron, screw-propelled liner, braving the rough seas off the coast of Lundy. Though her historic voyage was marked by tragedy as she ran aground in 1846, her legacy endured, eventually serving as a hulk in the Falklands. Bring the rich maritime history to life with this evocative framed print, a timeless reminder of engineering innovation and the enduring allure of the sea.
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.
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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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This evocative image captures Brunel's Great Britain, the world's first iron, screw-propelled liner, braving the rough seas off the coast of Lundy Island in 1845. Designed by the visionary British engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the ship represented a revolutionary leap forward in maritime transportation. With her sleek iron hull and powerful screw propeller, she was able to outperform traditional sailing vessels, offering faster and more reliable crossings. Despite her technological innovations, Brunel's Great Britain would ultimately meet an unfortunate end. In 1846, she ran aground off the coast of Ecquredoc, France, causing significant damage. After being repaired, the ship continued to serve, but her career was far from over. In the late 1850s, she was sold to the British government and was converted into a hulk, or stationary ship, in the Falkland Islands. There, she served as a floating storehouse and accommodation for sailors, marking the final chapter in her storied history. This photograph, depicting the Great Britain in her element, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when maritime exploration and engineering were pushing the boundaries of what was possible. Despite her eventual fate, Brunel's groundbreaking ship remains an important part of maritime history, symbolizing the spirit of innovation and progress that continues to drive the industry to this day.
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