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Antique Framed Print : The first half of a 46, 000 ton ship was launched today without ceremony yesterday
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The first half of a 46, 000 ton ship was launched today without ceremony yesterday
The first half of a 46, 000 ton ship was launched today without ceremony yesterday from the Southwick Yard of Austin and Pickersgill on the River Wear, while this half, the stern, is being fitted out, work will continue on the fore end
NCJ
NCJ Archive
England
Media ID 21375630
© Mirrorpix
Occupations Shipbuilding Ships Shipyard
18"x18" (46x46cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x18 inches (46x46cm). 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 29.4cm x 27.8cm (11.6" x 10.9")
Estimated Product Size is 46.5cm x 46.5cm (18.3" x 18.3")
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 print takes us back to the bustling shipyards of the 1960s. In this historic moment, we witness the launch of a colossal 46,000-ton ship from the renowned Southwick Yard of Austin and Pickersgill on the River Wear. The sheer magnitude of this vessel is awe-inspiring as it dominates the frame. Interestingly, what makes this occasion even more intriguing is that it occurred without any ceremony. There were no fanfares or grand gestures; instead, it was a quiet yet significant milestone in shipbuilding history. As we gaze at this image, we are reminded of the immense dedication and hard work put forth by countless individuals who labored tirelessly behind-the-scenes. While one half of this mammoth ship gracefully glides into the water, attention now shifts towards fitting out its stern while simultaneously continuing construction on its fore end. This snapshot captures not only a pivotal moment in time but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship. Transportation enthusiasts will undoubtedly appreciate this remarkable piece capturing an era when ships were meticulously crafted with pride and precision. It allows us to reflect upon an industry that played a vital role in connecting nations across vast oceans – an industry driven by skilled occupations that shaped our world's transportation landscape forevermore.
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