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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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Media ID 595081
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1845 1846 Aground Brunel Brunels Career Depicted Falklands Hulk Iron Lundy Propelled Rough Screw Seas Steam Ships Liner
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "Brunel's Great Britain" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the majesty of the first iron, screw-propelled liner in all its glory as it braves the rough seas off Lundy. Although her historic voyage ended with a grounding in 1846, her legacy as a maritime pioneer continued, eventually becoming a hulk in the Falklands. This captivating print brings the rich history of seafaring and engineering to your home or office, making it a perfect addition to any decor. Experience the timeless beauty and storytelling power of this exquisite canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 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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