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Wallsend-on-Tyne - Shipbuilding
Wallsend-on-Tyne - Shipbuilding and the BP Tanker British Hazel in dock. Date: 1963
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Media ID 14163592
© Mary Evans Picture Library/ANDREW BESLEY
1963 Crane Cranes Dock Docks Hazel Manufacture Manufacturing Petrol Petroleum Quay Quayside Shipbuilding Shipping Tanker Tyne Tyneside Wallsend Wharf
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning Wallsend-on-Tyne - Shipbuilding Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, a captivating addition to your home or office decor. This exquisite piece of artwork, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to 1963, when the bustling shipyard at Wallsend-on-Tyne was at the heart of maritime industry. In this evocative image, the BP Tanker British Hazel is proudly docked, a testament to the shipbuilding prowess of the era. The intricate details of the ship and the shipyard are beautifully rendered, making this print an essential for anyone with a love for history, maritime culture, or industrial design. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted using premium materials to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details that truly bring the image to life. The textured canvas adds depth and dimension, creating a striking visual effect that is sure to impress. Order your Wallsend-on-Tyne - Shipbuilding Canvas Print today and bring a piece of maritime history into your space. Experience the beauty and richness of this captivating image, as it adds character and conversation to any room.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity of Wallsend-on-Tyne's shipbuilding industry in the 1960s. The scene is set at the docks, where the mighty cranes loom large over the quayside, their long arms reaching out to grasp and maneuver the hulking forms of ships under construction. In the foreground, the British Hazel, a BP tanker, sits proudly in the dock, its sleek silhouette a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the shipbuilders. The River Tyne, a major artery of commerce and industry in the North East of England, is a hive of activity in this image. Ships of various sizes and shapes can be seen moored along the quay, their masts and funnels casting long shadows over the water. The air is filled with the sounds of industry: the clanging of metal, the roar of engines, and the creaking of timber. The British Hazel, a London-registered tanker, is a particular highlight of this photograph. Its distinctive red, white, and blue livery, adorned with the BP logo, stands out against the grey backdrop of the shipyard. The tanker's presence in the dock suggests that it is undergoing maintenance or repairs, a common occurrence in this bustling port town. Wallsend-on-Tyne was once a thriving center of shipbuilding and manufacturing, with a rich maritime history that dates back to the Roman era. The industry played a crucial role in the town's economic development, providing employment opportunities for generations of local families. Today, the area remains an important part of Tyneside's industrial heritage, a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the North East's people.
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