Fine Art Print : Japanese battleship Shikishima, Blackwall, London
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Japanese battleship Shikishima, Blackwall, London
Platform and cradle for the launch of the Japanese battleship Shikishima from the Thames Iron Works, Blackwall, SE London. Date: 1898
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Media ID 14169456
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
1898 Battleship Battleships Blackwall Cradle Iron Ironworks Platform Sepia Shipbuilding
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of naval warfare with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of the Japanese battleship Shikishima's launch from Blackwall, London. This stunning, rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the grandeur of the Thames Iron Works and the awe-inspiring moment as the battleship sets sail in 1898. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office décor and bring a piece of maritime history into your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.1cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph from the late 19th century, the Japanese battleship Shikishima is poised for its grand launch from the Thames Iron Works in Blackwall, London. The image, taken in 1898, captures the essence of the industrial revolution and the global reach of British shipbuilding during the Victorian era. The platform and cradle, meticulously engineered to support the massive warship, are a testament to the technological prowess of the Thames Iron Works. The intricate details of the ironwork, visible in the sepia-toned image, reveal the painstaking process of constructing a battleship of this magnitude. The workers in the background, dressed in their heavy workwear, add a sense of scale and human presence to the scene. The Japanese battleship Shikishima, a symbol of Japan's modernization and military expansion, was built to order for the Imperial Japanese Navy. Its launch from the Thames Iron Works marked a significant moment in the history of international shipbuilding and diplomacy. The collaboration between British and Japanese engineers and workers demonstrates the interconnectedness of the global economy and the importance of industrial partnerships in the late 1800s. This photograph, with its rich historical context and intriguing narrative, is a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the Victorian era. It offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the intricacies of shipbuilding and the global networks that shaped the world during this pivotal time in history.
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