Canvas Print : The Casualties Board at Lloyds of London, 1886
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The Casualties Board at Lloyds of London, 1886
Illustration showing a group of insurance underwriters examining the Casualties Board at Lloyds of London, 1886. Details of wrecked and damaged ships were placed on this board, as many were insured at Lloyd s
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Media ID 4395829
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1886 Casualties Damaged Examining Insurance Wrecked Insured Underwriters
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring the captivating historical image "The Casualties Board at Lloyds of London, 1886." This evocative illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past with its detailed depiction of insurance underwriters examining the Casualties Board at Lloyds of London. With wrecked and damaged ships meticulously pinned to the board, this image transports us back in time to the heart of the insurance industry during the late 19th century. Each Media Storehouse Canvas Print is expertly crafted with premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring your piece becomes a stunning addition to your home or office. Elevate your space with a touch of history and intrigue.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 illustration offers a glimpse into the bustling world of Lloyd's of London in August 1886. The image showcases a group of intently focused insurance underwriters, gathered around the Casualties Board, a critical component of the Lloyd's insurance market. The board, adorned with intricate detail, displays the wrecked and damaged ships that had unfortunately met their end during that period. Many of these ships carried valuable cargos and were insured at Lloyd's, making the Casualties Board a focal point for assessing losses and processing claims. The underwriters, with their serious expressions and meticulous attention to detail, are examining the board to determine the extent of the damages and the corresponding financial impact on the insurance policies. The board itself is filled with an array of decimated vessels, each marked with specific details such as the ship's name, the cause of the damage, and the estimated cost of the loss. This historical illustration offers a fascinating window into the past, providing a tangible connection to the rich maritime history of the late 19th century. It also highlights the crucial role that Lloyd's of London played in the global import and export economy, offering protection and financial security to merchants and shipowners during a time when the risks of the sea were significant. With 21 ships displayed on the Casualties Board in this particular illustration, it serves as a poignant reminder of the inherent dangers and uncertainties that accompanied maritime commerce during this era. The underwriters, with their unwavering dedication and expertise, played a vital role in mitigating these risks and ensuring the continued flow of international trade.
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