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SS Great Britain JEH_22046_009
Wapping Dockyard, Bristol. The SS Great Britain returned to the same dry dock that had been purpose-built for its construction by the Great Western Steamship Company between 1839-43. Here shown in November 1970 shortly after return from the Falkland Islands and before restoration had begun. Photographed by Jim Hancock
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Media ID 12258370
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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 39.6cm x 26.2cm (15.6" x 10.3")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the majestic SS Great Britain in all its glory, as it rests in Wapping Dockyard, Bristol. The iconic ship has returned to the very same dry dock that was meticulously constructed by the Great Western Steamship Company over a century ago, between 1839 and 1843. In this particular snapshot taken in November 1970, we witness the vessel shortly after its return from an eventful journey to the Falkland Islands. The image showcases the ship's impressive size and intricate design from an aerial perspective. Its sleek hull stretches out across the dock, while towering masts reach towards the sky. Despite being captured during a time when restoration had not yet commenced, there is still an undeniable sense of grandeur emanating from this historic maritime masterpiece. Photographer Jim Hancock skillfully frames this momentous scene with precision and expertise. His keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate both the scale of this engineering marvel and its significance within transportation history. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print by Jim Hancock, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal chapter in British maritime heritage. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance while reminding us of our enduring fascination with exploration and adventure on open waters.
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