Metal Print : Industrial School Training Ship HMS Gibraltar. Belfast Lough
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Industrial School Training Ship HMS Gibraltar. Belfast Lough
The Ulster Industrial School Ship Gibraltar on Belfast Lough. Date: circa 1873
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Media ID 14408214
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1873 Belfast Gibraltar Lough Services Ulster Welfare
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our striking Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the Ulster Industrial School Ship HMS Gibraltar. Captured in the late 1800s on Belfast Lough, this industrial vessel served as a training ship for boys from the Ulster Industrial School. The vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now brought to life with our high-quality metal print. The vibrant colors and exceptional detail pop against the sleek, modern metal surface, making this a unique and captivating addition to any room. Relive history with this beautiful piece of decor.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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 evocative photograph captures the Industrial School Training Ship HMS Gibraltar anchored in Belfast Lough, circa 1873. The HMS Gibraltar was a unique institution in the British welfare system, designed to provide industrial training and education to neglected, delinquent, and orphaned children. Sponsored by the Ulster Branch of the RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution), the ship served as a floating industrial school, offering these children a chance at a better future. The image reveals the ship's imposing presence, with its tall masts and rigging, as well as the various structures built on its deck. Boys in uniforms can be seen working diligently, engaged in various tasks such as rope making, woodworking, and blacksmithing. The girls, dressed in simple dresses, are likely to be found in the sewing room or the laundry. The ship's crew, composed of experienced mariners and dedicated teachers, oversaw the children's education and training, ensuring they gained essential skills for a productive and self-sufficient life. The HMS Gibraltar was a testament to the social services and care provided by the British government during the Victorian era. It offered a unique blend of industrial training, education, and maritime experience, preparing these children for a brighter future. The ship's presence in Belfast Lough not only provided a vital service to the local community but also played a significant role in shaping the lives of countless children who might have otherwise faced a bleak future.
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