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Framed Print : Celebrating the crossing of the Equator
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Celebrating the crossing of the Equator
Scene on a Royal Navy ship. It is the custom on board ship to indulge in merrymaking when crossing the Equator -- in fancy dress if its your first time. Date: circa 1845
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Media ID 14268622
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1840s 1845 Celebrating Celebration Chariot Crossing Custom Deck Equator Fancy Merrymaking Neptune Rigging Sailors Trident
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step into a time of maritime tradition with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Celebrating the Crossing of the Equator" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph captures the lively scene of Royal Navy sailors indulging in merrymaking as they mark the significant moment of crossing the Equator for the first time. Dress up your walls with this authentic and intriguing piece of history, and bring a touch of nautical charm to your home or office decor.
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 18.2cm (15.6" x 7.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Celebrating the Crossing of the Equator: A Scene on a Royal Navy Ship, Circa 1845 The crossing of the Equator, a significant milestone for sailors during long voyages, was marked with merrymaking and festivities on board Royal Navy ships in the 1840s. This vintage print from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the jovial atmosphere of such an occasion. Sailors, dressed in colorful and fantastical costumes, gather on the deck of the ship. Some wear elaborate headgear, while others don animal masks or carry props, such as tridents and chariots, symbolizing the king of the sea, Neptune. The rigging above them is adorned with streamers and bunting, adding to the carnival-like atmosphere. The Equator, represented by a chalked line on the deck, is the boundary between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Crossing it marked a change in climate and weather conditions for the sailors, and the custom of crossing the line ceremony was a way to mark this transition and celebrate the end of the harsh tropical conditions they had faced. First-time crossers, known as "pollywogs," were subjected to various pranks and rituals, including being doused in water, shaved, or forced to perform menial tasks. Only after completing these tasks and paying a tribute to Neptune could they be considered "shellbacks" and join in the merrymaking. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the traditions and customs of life at sea during the Victorian era. The intricate details of the sailors' costumes, the ship's rigging, and the lively expressions on their faces bring the scene to life, transporting us back in time to experience the excitement and camaraderie of a Royal Navy ship crossing the Equator.
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