Poster Print : Ship / Victory / Lantern Sli
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Ship / Victory / Lantern Sli
Nelsons flagship moored in Portsmouth, circa 1895
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1765 Flagship Moored Portsmouth Victory 1895
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Ship / Victory / Lantern Sli" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning image transports you back in time to the late 1800s, as you gaze upon Nelson's flagship, the Victory, proudly moored in Portsmouth Harbour. The intricate details of the ship, illuminated by the warm glow of a lantern, are sure to leave you in awe. Add this exquisite piece to your decor and let the history and charm of the Victorian era come alive in your home or office space.
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 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the historic vessel, HMS Victory, moored in Portsmouth Harbour in the late 19th century. The image, taken circa 1895, presents Lord Nelson's flagship in all its grandeur, with its distinctive black hull and tall, elegant masts. The ship, a symbol of Britain's maritime power and naval history, had undergone extensive refits and modernizations since its famous victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. In the foreground of the photograph, a lantern, or Sli, is visible, its warm glow illuminating the scene. This lantern, a crucial navigational aid, would have guided ships safely into the harbour during the hours of darkness. The Sli, or 'Ship Light', was a traditional maritime beacon, often manned by a dedicated team of keepers. The HMS Victory, launched in 1765, was a three-decker warship, renowned for its size and firepower. It served as the flagship of Admiral Horatio Nelson during the Napoleonic Wars, and its victory at the Battle of Trafalgar, off the coast of Spain, is one of the most famous naval engagements in history. The ship's triumphant return to Portsmouth marked a significant moment in British naval history, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the sea was the dominant force in global politics and commerce. This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, is a testament to the rich maritime heritage of Portsmouth and the enduring allure of the sea. The image invites us to reflect on the past, to learn from history, and to appreciate the beauty and majesty of these historic vessels.
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