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3-berth cabin, RMS Olympic BL24990_030
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3-berth cabin, RMS Olympic BL24990_030
The 3 berth cabin D23, looking towards the dressing table, RMS Olympic, White Star Line, 1920-21. The Olympic was sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic and Britannic. This Bedford Lemere and Company photograph was commissioned by the White Star Line, which was also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, and was probably taken at Southampton docks
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This print showcases the interior of a 3-berth cabin aboard the majestic RMS Olympic, sister ship to the renowned Titanic and Britannic. Taken by Bedford Lemere and Company, commissioned by the White Star Line (Oceanic Steam Navigation Company), this photograph offers a glimpse into the luxurious accommodations available on board this iconic vessel. The image captures Cabin D23, with its elegant furnishings and meticulous attention to detail. The viewer is drawn towards the dressing table, adorned with delicate trinkets and a mirror reflecting timeless elegance. The warm lighting enhances the inviting atmosphere of this private sanctuary at sea. Steeped in history, this photograph transports us back to Southampton docks in 1920-21 when passengers eagerly embarked on their transatlantic journeys. It serves as a reminder of an era defined by opulence and grandeur in maritime travel. As we admire this snapshot from yesteryears, it's impossible not to ponder upon the stories that unfolded within these walls – tales of adventure, romance, or perhaps quiet contemplation amidst vast oceans. This image encapsulates both nostalgia for a bygone era and admiration for human ingenuity in creating such remarkable floating palaces. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection, this print allows us to appreciate not only architectural beauty but also cultural significance. It stands as a testament to our enduring fascination with ships like RMS Olympic that continue to captivate our imagination even today.
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