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Royal Albert Dock a001246
ROYAL ALBERT DOCK, Canning Town, London. Two workmen repainting a ship in dry dock (mid-20th century). The dock was the largest of the three royal docks and opened in 1880.s W Rawlings
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 440899
© Historic England
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 25.1cm x 39.6cm (9.9" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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
A Moment of Quiet Refurbishment at the Royal Albert Dock, Canning Town, London This evocative photograph, captured by S W Rawlings for Historic England, transports us back in time to the mid-20th century at the Royal Albert Dock in London's East End. The scene unfolds before us as two workmen diligently repaint a ship in the protective confines of a dry dock. The dock, the largest of the three royal docks, opened in 1880 and played a significant role in the maritime history of London. The ship, with its towering mast and intricate rigging, casts a long, dramatic shadow over the dock, adding depth and texture to the image. The boat, cradled gently by the dock's walls, appears almost peaceful in this moment of stillness, a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of the surrounding dockyard. The workers, dressed in heavy coats and hats, are engrossed in their task, oblivious to the passing of time. The photograph's composition is masterful, with the diagonal lines of the dock walls and the ship's rigging leading the eye to the vanishing point, creating a sense of depth and perspective. The raw, industrial setting is softened by the play of light and shadow, with the sun casting a warm glow over the scene. This photograph is a testament to the rich maritime heritage of London and the tireless efforts of the workers who kept the city's docks in operation. It invites us to reflect on the past and the role that the Royal Albert Dock and its workers played in shaping the city's history.
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