Antique Framed Print : Toulon, France - Rochefortais class Destroyer Rapiere
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Toulon, France - Rochefortais class Destroyer Rapiere
Toulon, France - Sailors playing cards sat on a small quay. The crew are from the Rochefortais class (or Pertuisane class) destroyer Rapiere of the French Navy built between 1902-03 and used during the First World War. Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 11551530
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Destroyer Gangplank Quay Quayside Sailor Sailors Toulon Short
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.6cm (14.6" x 9.7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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 a moment of relaxation and camaraderie among the crew members of the Rochefortais class (or Pertuisane class) destroyer Rapiere of the French Navy. The scene is set on the quayside of Toulon, France, circa 1903, with the crew seated on a small, weathered quay, engaged in a game of cards. The destroyer, built between 1902-03, was a formidable vessel of the French Navy, used during the First World War. The short, sturdy destroyer, with its distinctive funnel and gangplank, can be seen in the background, its flags flying proudly. The crew, dressed in their naval uniforms, appear focused on their game, oblivious to the world around them. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of these sailors, providing a historical record of a bygone era in naval history. The image is a poignant reminder of the human side of naval warfare, where even in the midst of duty and responsibility, moments of leisure and companionship were cherished.
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