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Fine Art Print : RMS Titanic, Captain E J Smithk, gold pocket knife engraved
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RMS Titanic, Captain E J Smithk, gold pocket knife engraved
RMS TITANIC CAPTAIN E.J SMITH: A personalised gold pocket knife the sides alternately engraved EJS and 1906, with corroded steel blades and carrying loop - 3ins. (8.2cm) long. Provenance: Capt. Smith's daughter, Mrs. M r, selville Russell Cooke, to a local friend, Alice Dore, and thence by descent, Christies London 1999
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Media ID 32370484
© Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd. / Mary Evans
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite RMS Titanic Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of the ill-fated ocean liner. This captivating print is accompanied by a historic artifact - a personalized gold pocket knife once belonging to Captain E.J. Smith. The knife, engraved with "EJS" and "1906" on alternating sides, showcases the patina of history with its corroded steel blades and carrying loop. A true collector's item, this evocative pairing brings the story of the Titanic and its legendary captain to life.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph captures the RMS Titanic, the unsinkable ship that tragically met its end in the North Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912. The image, taken before the ill-fated voyage, showcases the grandeur and sophistication of the ocean liner in its prime. Centered in the foreground of the photograph is a personal memento belonging to its ill-fated captain, Edward John Smith (EJS). The gold pocket knife, measuring 3 inches (8.2 cm) long, is a poignant reminder of the man who commanded the largest and most luxurious ship in the world at the time. The knife's sides are alternately engraved with "EJS" and "1906," reflecting the captain's initials and the year he was appointed as the commander of the Titanic. The corroded steel blades and carrying loop add to the knife's antique charm, evoking the passage of time and the historical significance of this artifact. The provenance of this precious keepsake is well documented, having been passed down from Captain Smith's daughter, Mrs. M. Russell Cooke, to a local friend, Alice Dore, and thence by descent. The knife was later auctioned at Christie's London in 1999, providing a tangible connection to the past. The photograph and the pocket knife serve as a poignant reminder of the 1900s transportation era, when travel by sea was a symbol of luxury and adventure. The RMS Titanic and its captain, Edward John Smith, continue to fascinate and captivate us with their stories of ambition, innovation, and ultimately, tragedy.
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