Fine Art Print : R. M. S. Queen Mary, Clydebank, December 1931
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R. M. S. Queen Mary, Clydebank, December 1931
Photograph of the R.M.S. Queen Mary at the John Brown shipyard, December 1931. Work on the ship, then known as Cunard No. 534, had been suspended on 13th December as Cunard had run out of funds. The project was only revived in 1934, after the merger of Cunard and White Star Line, with a substantial British government loan
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13th 1931 Clydebank Cunard Funds Loan Project Revived Ship Yard Substantial Suspended December Merger
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic R.M.S. Queen Mary at the Clydebank shipyard in December 1931. Captured by the skilled lens of Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this photograph beautifully documents a pivotal moment in maritime history. With the ship, then known as Cunard No. 534, suspended due to Cunard's financial struggles, this image offers a unique glimpse into the past. Bring the elegance and history of the R.M.S. Queen Mary into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality Fine Art Print.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 46.7cm (20" x 18.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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 print captures a pivotal moment in the history of one of the most iconic ocean liners, the R.M.S. Queen Mary. Taken at the John Brown shipyard in Clydebank in December 1931, this image showcases the massive vessel during a period when work on it had been abruptly suspended due to Cunard running out of funds.
The ship, then known as Cunard No. 534, stood still and silent against the backdrop of the shipyard, its future uncertain until 1934 when a merger between Cunard and White Star Line breathed new life into the project with a substantial British government loan. This photograph serves as a reminder of not only the grandeur and importance of ships like the Queen Mary but also highlights how economic challenges can impact even monumental undertakings.
The intricate details captured in this image - from the towering hull of the ship to the bustling activity around it - offer viewers a glimpse into a bygone era where maritime innovation and ambition collided with financial realities. It is a snapshot frozen in time that tells an intriguing tale of perseverance, collaboration, and ultimately triumph for one of Britain's most famous ocean liners.
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