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Fine Art Print : Oil rig Atlantic I, 38 miles off The Lizard, Cornwall
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Oil rig Atlantic I, 38 miles off The Lizard, Cornwall
Oil rig Atlantic I, 38 miles south west of The Lizard, Cornwall. Date: circa 1970s
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Media ID 14412177
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Atlantic Cornish Drilling Ironwork Lizard Pillars Technology
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of the sea and industry with our Fine Art Print of Oil Rig Atlantic I, 38 miles off The Lizard, Cornwall. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to the 1970s when the Atlantic I stood proudly against the Cornish coastline. The intricate details of the rig and the vast expanse of the ocean create a mesmerizing contrast, making this print an exquisite addition to any home or office space. Embrace the beauty and history of this iconic scene with our high-quality, museum-grade Fine Art Print.
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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In this evocative photograph, the imposing structure of the Atlantic I oil rig stands proud against the vast expanse of the Cornish Sea. Located approximately 38 miles southwest of The Lizard, Cornwall, the rig is a testament to the industrial prowess and technological advancements of the 1970s. The rig's towering ironwork, with its intricate lattice of pillars and towering tower, reaches towards the heavens, dwarfing the surrounding waves. The sea, a deep and inky blue, stretches out to the horizon, its surface rippling with the gentle caress of the wind. The rugged Cornish coastline, with its craggy cliffs and rocky shores, can be seen in the distance, a stark contrast to the sleek and modern rig. The Atlantic I was a marvel of engineering, designed to harness the power of the ocean and extract the valuable resource of oil from beneath the seabed. The rig's drilling equipment, not visible in this photograph, would have been a hive of activity, with workers toiling to extract the precious fuel. Despite its impressive size and purpose, the rig is a solitary figure in this image, a lone sentinel standing guard over the vast and unforgiving sea. The photograph captures a sense of both awe and melancholy, a reminder of the power and beauty of nature, and the human desire to conquer and harness it. The 1970s were a time of great change and progress, and the Atlantic I oil rig is a symbol of this era, a time when technology and industry pushed the boundaries of what was possible. This photograph is a snapshot of a moment in history, a moment that encapsulates the spirit of innovation and determination that defined the 70s.
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