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Tug boat a064985
LONDON DOCKS. The tug Plasma in the foreground departing across the water towards a line of moored ships in the London Docks. Photographed by John Gay in July 1965
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Media ID 1263058
© Historic England
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring the captivating photograph "Tug boat a064985" by John Gay from Historic England. This vintage image transports you back in time to the London Docks, where the tug Plasma is depicted in the foreground, ready to depart across the water towards a line of moored ships. Captured in July 1965, this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the bustling activity of the docks, making it an essential addition to any home or office decor. Bring the history of London's waterfront into your space with this beautifully printed and preservation-grade poster from Media Storehouse.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 42.1cm (16.5" x 16.6")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, captured by John Gay in July 1965, portrays the bustling activity of the London Docks as a tugboat named Plasma prepares to depart. The image is a snapshot of a bygone era in maritime history, with the tugboat's powerful form cutting through the water's surface in the foreground, leaving behind a ripple effect that mirrors the undulating reflections of the moored ships in the background. The London Docks, a hub of international trade and commerce, are filled with a diverse array of vessels, each with their unique shapes and colors. The intricate network of cranes and ropes, as well as the bustling dockworkers, add to the sense of industry and energy that permeates the scene. The Plasma, with its distinctive red hull and white superstructure, stands out against the backdrop of the gray water and the grayish-brown hulls of the other ships. The tugboat's departure signifies the constant movement and dynamism of the docks, as one vessel leaves to make way for another. This photograph is a testament to the rich maritime heritage of London and the vital role that tugboats played in the transportation of goods and the maneuvering of large vessels in the confined spaces of the docks. The image invites us to imagine the stories and experiences of the people and vessels that have passed through this historic waterfront over the centuries.
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