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Barrabool - P&O Line (one class only)
Barrabool - P&O Line (one class only) - England-Egypt-Ceylon (Sri Lanka)-Australia service - twin-screw vessel. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11579521
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Ceylon Lanka Mail Orient Pacific Services
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Barrabool - P&O Line (one class only)" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This exquisite vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The photograph depicts the England-Egypt-Ceylon (Sri Lanka)-Australia service twin-screw vessel, Barrabool, around the 1910s. With its rich history and intriguing details, this framed print adds a touch of nostalgia and character to any room. The high-quality print is beautifully framed and ready to hang, making it a perfect addition to your home or office decor. Immerse yourself in the story this print tells and transport yourself back in time with the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.2cm (15.6" x 9.9")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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.
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Barrabool
EDITORS COMMENTS
- A Glimpse into the Past: A One-Class P&O Vessel's Journey from England to Australia via Egypt and Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Circa 1910s This photograph showcases the "Barrabool," a twin-screw vessel that was once a part of the prestigious England-Egypt-Ceylon (Sri Lanka)-Australia service operated by the Pacific and Orient Line (P&O). The image, taken in the 1910s, depicts the ship in its resplendent glory, with the sails fully hoisted and the water gently lapping at its sides. The "Barrabool" was a one-class vessel, meaning all passengers, regardless of their social standing, enjoyed the same level of comfort and amenities during their journey. This egalitarian approach was a unique feature of the P&O Line, which aimed to provide affordable and accessible travel to the masses, thereby contributing significantly to the growing connections between the Eastern and Western worlds. The itinerary of the "Barrabool" took it from the shores of England, across the Mediterranean Sea to Egypt, and then onwards to the Indian Ocean and the tropical paradise of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). The final leg of the voyage brought the ship to the land down under, Australia. The mail and passenger service was an essential lifeline for the far-flung British colonies, facilitating the movement of people, goods, and ideas, and playing a crucial role in the development of the global community. As we gaze at this photograph, we are transported back in time, witnessing a moment in history when the world seemed a little smaller, and the connections between people and places were forged through the sea. The "Barrabool" stands as a testament to the adventurous spirit of travel and the enduring allure of the open seas.
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