Fine Art Print : Gibraltar - Algeciras Steamer and Landing Pier
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Gibraltar - Algeciras Steamer and Landing Pier
Gibraltar - Algeciras Steamer and Landing Pier. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14376657
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Algeciras Dec15 Ferry Gibraltar Jetty Landing Overseas Pier Quay Quayside Steamer Territory
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Gibraltar with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Gibraltar - Algeciras Steamer and Landing Pier." This stunning turn-of-the-century photograph captures the bustling activity at the pier, with steamers docking and passengers disembarking, against the backdrop of the iconic Rock of Gibraltar. Transport yourself to another era with this beautifully detailed, high-quality print, perfect for adding character and depth to any room in your home or office. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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 33.4cm (21" x 13.1")
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
Gibraltar - Algeciras Steamer and Landing Pier: A Glimpse into the Past This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity at the Gibraltar-Algeciras Steamer and Landing Pier, circa 1910s. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the rich maritime history of the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. Located on the southern end of the Iberian Peninsula, Gibraltar's strategic position at the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea has made it a vital hub for trade and travel for centuries. In the early 1900s, the pier was a lifeline for the community, connecting Gibraltar to the Spanish city of Algeciras and the wider world. The photograph shows a steamer, its sails billowing in the wind, preparing to depart from the pier. Passengers, many of them likely returning home after a visit to Algeciras or a journey further afield, crowd the quay, waving farewell to loved ones. The quayside is a hive of activity, with porters loading and unloading cargo, and sailors tending to the ropes and rigging of the vessels. The jetty, stretching out into the harbour, is a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The pier's sturdy construction allows the steamer to dock safely, despite the rough waters of the Mediterranean. The steamer's presence also underscores the importance of maritime transport in the region, with the vessel likely carrying passengers and goods between Gibraltar and Algeciras, as well as other European destinations. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the close ties between Gibraltar and Algeciras, as well as the vital role that the maritime industry played in the lives of the people who lived and worked in this unique and historic territory.
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