Poster Print : Great Eastern Launched
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Great Eastern Launched
Miss Hope hopefully names the ship Leviathan - but the launch is abortive and is not completed until 31 January 1858
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Media ID 606055
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1857 1858 Abortive Completed Hope Launched Names Steam Ships January Miss
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Great Eastern Launched" poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing image captures the abortive launch of the historic ship "Great Eastern," later renamed "Leviathan," on 30th December 1857. Witness the tension and drama of the moment as the massive vessel, considered the largest ship ever built at the time, struggles to leave its moorings. A must-have for maritime history enthusiasts and art collectors, this high-quality poster print adds an authentic and captivating touch to any room. Embrace the rich history and engineering marvel of the "Great Eastern" with this beautifully crafted piece from Media Storehouse.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in maritime history - the launch of the Great Eastern steamship. In November 1857, amidst great anticipation, Miss Hope christened the ship Leviathan with hopes of a successful launch. However, this initial attempt was abortive and it wasn't until January 31st, 1858 that the launch was finally completed.
The Great Eastern was an engineering marvel of its time, designed for long-distance transport and boasting impressive size and power. Its completion marked a major milestone in steamship technology and revolutionized ocean travel.
The image is a powerful reminder of the ambition and innovation that drove progress during the industrial era. The sheer scale of the ship is awe-inspiring, dwarfing those gathered to witness its historic launch.
Mary Evans Picture Library has beautifully captured this momentous occasion, allowing us to glimpse into the past and appreciate the ingenuity behind such groundbreaking achievements. The details in this print bring to life not just a single event but an entire era defined by exploration, advancement, and human perseverance.
As we admire this photograph, we are reminded of how far we have come since those early days of steam ships - yet also inspired by their legacy that continues to shape our world today.
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