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Passing ship, Gravesend Reach a001364
View of passing ship, Gravesend Reach, Kent. A distant view of shipping in Gravesend Reach as seen from the deck of another boat with the stern of a raised lifeboat in the foreground. Photographed by Stanley W Rawlings. Date range: 1945 - 1965
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Media ID 3661278
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A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.9cm x 25.4cm (6.3" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 21.8cm x 26.9cm (8.6" x 10.6")
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.
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> Historic England
> Historic Images
> Famed Photographers
> S W Rawlings Collection (1945-1965)
> Historic England
> Historic Images
> Historic Images 1900s - 1910s
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> Ships and boats
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Kent
> Gravesend
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> Ships and Boats
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Passing ship, Gravesend Reach a001364" takes us back in time to the bustling maritime scene of Gravesend Reach in Kent. Captured by the talented photographer Stanley W Rawlings between 1945 and 1965, this image offers a distant view of ships gracefully navigating through the waters as seen from the deck of another boat. The composition is beautifully framed with the stern of a raised lifeboat stealing focus in the foreground. This detail adds an intriguing element to the photograph, hinting at potential stories and adventures that have unfolded on these very waters. Rawlings' keen eye for capturing movement is evident here; we can almost feel the gentle sway of both vessels as they traverse through Gravesend Reach. The passing ship exudes elegance against a backdrop of serene blue skies and shimmering water. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of Britain's rich maritime heritage and its vital role in connecting nations across vast oceans. It invites us to reflect on how shipping has shaped our world throughout history. With its impeccable composition and nostalgic charm, "Passing ship, Gravesend Reach a001364" transports us back to an era where boats were lifelines and seafaring was not just a means of transportation but also an emblematic symbol of adventure and exploration.
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