Canvas Print : Lady Houston D. B. E
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Lady Houston D. B. E
DAME FANNY LUCY HOUSTON Adventuress and among the first five women to be made a Dame Commander of the British Empire. Pictured on board her steam yacht, Liberty
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Media ID 4397119
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1857 Adventuress Dame Deck Fanny Houston Liberty Lucy Personality Pictured Yacht 1936 Made
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the vibrant and historic charm of Dame Fanny Lucy Houston into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. Featuring the captivating image of "Lady Houston D.B.E." by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, these prints show Dame Houston in her element on board her steam yacht, Liberty. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring brilliant color and sharp detail. Elevate your decor and celebrate the spirit of this adventurous and trailblazing British woman by displaying this stunning piece in your living space."
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix 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 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 35.6cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures Lady Houston D.B.E., Fanny Lucy Houston (1857-1936), an intrepid adventuress and one of the first five women to be made a Dame Commander of the British Empire, as she gracefully sits on the deck of her steam yacht, Liberty. The image, taken in the 1920s, exudes an air of elegance and sophistication, with Lady Houston's regal posture and the grandeur of her vessel reflecting her status and achievements. Born in India to British parents, Lady Houston led an extraordinary life filled with adventure and accomplishment. She was a pioneering aviator, an accomplished writer, and a philanthropist. In 1922, she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, and in 1936, she was honored with the prestigious title of Dame Commander of the British Empire for her services to aviation and her work with the Red Cross. The Liberty, a steam-powered yacht, served as Lady Houston's home and base of operations for many of her adventures. With its sleek lines and impressive size, the yacht was a fitting symbol of her independence and spirit of adventure. As she sits on the boat's deck, surrounded by the open water and the vast expanse of the sea, Lady Houston embodies the spirit of exploration and determination that defined her life. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who defied convention and blazed her own trail. It is a testament to Lady Houston's indomitable spirit and her enduring legacy as a pioneering aviator, philanthropist, and trailblazer. This image, with its rich historical significance, is a must-have for any collection of maritime or women's history.
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