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Premium Framed Print : Opening of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool, 18 July 1934, (1935). Creator: Unknown
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Opening of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool, 18 July 1934, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool, 18 July 1934, (1935). King George V opens the Queensway Tunnel, a road tunnel under the River Mersey, between Liverpool and Birkenhead. His car can just be seen entering the tunnel, which is also referred to as the Birkenhead Tunnel or Old Tunnel. From " The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures". [Odhams Press Ltd. London, 1935]
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Ceremonial Ceremony Crowds George Frederick Ernest Albert George V George V King Of Great Britain His Majesty King George V King Of Great Britain Liverpool Liverpool Merseyside England Merseyside Odhams Press Ltd Official Opening Opening Ceremony Pageantry Prince Of Wales Roads The Silver Jubilee Book Tunnel Windsor Windsor George V King Of Britain Mersey Tunnel
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.6cm x 24.4cm (6.9" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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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Opening of the Mersey Tunnel - A Majestic Moment in British History
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. This print captures a historic moment in British history - the grand opening of the Mersey Tunnel on 18th July 1934. In this remarkable image, we witness King George V, accompanied by Prince of Wales, entering the Queensway Tunnel, also known as the Birkenhead Tunnel or Old Tunnel. The photograph exudes an air of regality and significance as it showcases a rare glimpse into a monumental event that connected Liverpool and Birkenhead beneath the River Mersey. The tunnel's inauguration was marked with great pomp and ceremony, symbolizing progress, unity, and modernization for both cities. As King George V's car disappears into the depths of this engineering marvel, one can't help but be captivated by its architectural splendor against the backdrop of bustling cityscape. The crowd gathered to witness this historical moment adds to the sense of anticipation and excitement that filled Liverpool on that fateful day. Preserved within "The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures" published by Odhams Press Ltd. , London in 1935; this photograph serves as a testament to Britain's rich heritage and royal legacy. It immortalizes not only an iconic monarch but also highlights how infrastructure projects can shape nations' futures. Today, almost a century later, this photograph stands as a reminder of our shared history while celebrating human ingenuity. It continues to inspire awe at what can be achieved when vision meets determination – forever etching itself into our collective memory as an emblematic representation of progress and national pride.
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