Fine Art Print : Queen Mary Ocean Liner, suspended
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Queen Mary Ocean Liner, suspended
R.M.S. Queen Mary at the John Brown shipyard, December 1931. Work on the ship, then known as Cunard No. 534, had been suspended on 13th December 1931 as Cunard had run out of funds. The project was only revived in 1934, after the merger of Cunard and White Star Line, with a substantial British government loan.
December 1931
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Media ID 14185281
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic R.M.S. Queen Mary at the John Brown shipyard in December 1931. Suspended in mid-construction due to Cunard's financial struggles, this historic moment is brilliantly captured in this vintage illustration from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans. Add an air of elegance and nostalgia to any room with this stunning, museum-quality print. Order yours today and let the story of the Queen Mary unfold in your home.
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 35.5cm x 50.8cm (14" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Glimpse into Maritime History: R.M.S. Queen Mary at the John Brown Shipyard, December 1931 This evocative photograph captures the R.M.S. Queen Mary, suspended in the John Brown shipyard on the Clyde in Scotland, during a pivotal moment in maritime history. The year was 1931, and the global economic downturn of the Great Depression had taken its toll on Cunard Line, the esteemed shipping company overseeing the construction of this grand ocean liner. Work on the ship, then known as Cunard No. 534, had been halted on the 13th of December 1931, as Cunard had run out of funds. The project, which was intended to be a symbol of British maritime prowess and luxury, was on the brink of cancellation. The hull of the vessel, partially complete, looms large in the foreground, a testament to the industry's determination to see it through. However, the story of the R.M.S. Queen Mary did not end there. The project was revived in 1934, following the merger of Cunard and White Star Line, and with a substantial British government loan. The ship was completed and launched in 1936, becoming an iconic symbol of the steamship era and a beacon of hope during the financially challenging times of the 1930s. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience of the shipbuilding industry and the determination of those involved in bringing the R.M.S. Queen Mary to life. Suspended in the shipyard, the vessel may have appeared still, but the events that unfolded would shape the course of maritime history for years to come.
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