Home > Popular Themes > Steamship
RMS Olympic, White Star Line cruise ship, Southampton
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
RMS Olympic, White Star Line cruise ship, Southampton
RMS Olympic, White Star Line cruise ship, leaving Southampton, with people watching from the quay.
early 20th century
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14171948
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Cruise Dock Docks Leaving Olympic Quay Quayside Southampton Steamer Steamship Transatlantic Voyage Watching Liner
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of departure for the magnificent RMS Olympic from Southampton's bustling quay in the early 20th century. The White Star Line's flagship, a symbol of luxury and leisure, casts an imposing figure against the backdrop of the English Channel. With its intricate ornamentation and elegant lines, the RMS Olympic represented the pinnacle of maritime engineering and design. As the steamship prepared to embark on its transatlantic voyage, a crowd of onlookers gathered on the quayside to bid farewell to friends and loved ones, or to simply marvel at the sight of this engineering marvel. The hustle and bustle of activity on the dockside is a stark contrast to the tranquil waters of the harbor, as steam from the ship's funnels rises into the sky, signaling the beginning of an exciting new journey. The RMS Olympic was the largest and most luxurious ocean liner of its time, and its departure from Southampton was a much-anticipated event. The ship's size and grandeur were awe-inspiring, and the prospect of crossing the Atlantic in such style and comfort was a dream come true for many. As the ship sailed out of the harbor, the onlookers on the quay watched with a sense of wonder and excitement, knowing that they were witnessing a moment in history. This photograph is a testament to the allure of ocean travel in the early 20th century, and the enduring appeal of the sea as a means of exploration and adventure. The RMS Olympic's departure from Southampton is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the simple pleasure of sailing the seas was enough to captivate the imagination and inspire a sense of wanderlust in even the most land-lubbing of souls.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
