Fine Art Print : CRICKET WRECK
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CRICKET WRECK
An engine explosion on board the Thames paddle-steamer Cricket sinks her in Limehouse Reach
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1847 Explosion Limehouse Paddle Reach Sinks Steamer Wreck
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of "Cricket Wreck" from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the dramatic moment of the engine explosion aboard the Thames paddle-steamer Cricket, as she sinks in Limehouse Reach. Each print is meticulously crafted using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your home or office with this mesmerizing piece of Maritime art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 the aftermath of a tragic event in the history of Thames river transport: the explosion and subsequent sinking of the paddle-steamer Cricket in Limehouse Reach in 1847. The Cricket, a popular and well-used vessel, was en route from London Bridge to Woolwich when disaster struck. The cause of the explosion, which occurred in the engine room, remains unclear, but it is believed that a spark ignited volatile vapors from the coal used to fuel the steam engine. The explosion was felt throughout the ship, causing panic among the passengers and crew. Some managed to escape by jumping into the river, but many were trapped below deck or unable to reach safety in time. The Cricket, once a symbol of progress and convenience on the Thames, quickly became a dangerous and ominous sight as smoke billowed from her wreckage and the water around her began to boil. The scene depicted in this photograph is one of chaos and destruction. The Cricket, once a proud and powerful vessel, lies broken and sinking in the murky waters of Limehouse Reach. The smoke and steam rising from the wreckage create an eerie and otherworldly atmosphere, while the onlookers on the banks of the Thames bear witness to the tragic event. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the risks and dangers inherent in transportation technology, even in an era when such advances were seen as the height of innovation and progress. The sinking of the Cricket also led to significant safety improvements in the design and construction of steamships, ensuring that similar tragedies would be avoided in the future.
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