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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
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the vintage image "Barrabool - P&O Line (one class only)" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph showcases the England-Egypt-Ceylon (Sri Lanka)-Australia service twin-screw vessel, Barrabool, in the 1910s. With its rich, vibrant colors and exceptional detail, this metal print is not just a decorative piece, but a window into the past. Perfect for maritime enthusiasts, historians, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of yesteryears. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your home or office.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.1cm x 24.2cm (15" x 9.5")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
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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