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Poster Print : Cutty Sark and HMS Worcester EPW061029
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Cutty Sark and HMS Worcester EPW061029
Greenhithe, Kent. The Cutty Sark tea clipper and HMS Worcester berthed outside Ingress Abbey (the Incorporated Thames Nautical Training College). Photographed in May 1939 by Aerofilms Ltd
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Media ID 13290119
© Historic England Archive
Boat Royal Navy Sail Sailing Ship
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "Cutty Sark and HMS Worcester" poster print from Media Storehouse's Historic England Archive collection. This captivating image, copyrighted by Historic England, beautifully captures the essence of maritime history. The iconic Cutty Sark tea clipper and HMS Worcester are depicted berthed outside Ingress Abbey, the Incorporated Thames Nautical Training College, in May 1939. This photograph was expertly taken by Aerofilms Ltd. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this exquisite, large-format poster print. Perfect for those who appreciate the rich maritime heritage and the beauty of classic vessels.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the historic moment when the iconic Cutty Sark tea clipper and HMS Worcester, a Royal Navy sloop, were berthed outside Ingress Abbey, the Incorporated Thames Nautical Training College, in Greenhithe, Kent, in May 1939. The Cutty Sark, with its distinctive black hull and distinctive rigging, was a symbol of the golden age of sailing ships and the tea trade. Its sleek lines and impressive speed made it a formidable competitor in the race to bring tea from China to Britain. HMS Worcester, on the other hand, represented the cutting edge of naval technology. A sloop of the 'C' class, it was a versatile warship, capable of both defensive and offensive operations. Its sleek lines and powerful engines made it a formidable presence on the water. The photograph provides a fascinating snapshot of maritime history, with the two vessels dwarfed by the vast expanse of the Thames Estuary. The Incorporated Thames Nautical Training College, with its imposing red-brick buildings, can be seen in the background, a testament to the importance of maritime education and training. The image is a reminder of a bygone era, when sailing ships ruled the waves and the Royal Navy was the guardian of the seas. It also highlights the rich maritime heritage of Greenhithe and the Thames Estuary, which continues to be celebrated and preserved to this day.
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