Launch of SS Great Eastern Print

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Framed Print of Launch of SS Great Eastern, 1857

A photograph relating to the failed launch of the SS Great Eastern in 1857. The image shows a group of men including Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Henry Wakefield, John Scott Russell and Lord Derby, standing at the edge of a wooden platform. The event was highly publicised and the failure to launch the ship that day was a major embarrassment to Brunel. The ship was finally launched in January 1858. © SS Great Britain Trust

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'Launch of SS Great Eastern, 1857' by Jon Ball, a historic photograph from the SS Great Britain. Our Framed Prints feature images in beautifully crafted frames, perfect for art lovers and history enthusiasts. Add a touch of elegance to any room with our Framed Prints.

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Premium Paradise Wooden Range A1 Premium Poster Frame (86x62cm) with A2 Poster (59x42cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.4cm x 58.8cm (16.3" x 23.1")

Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 86.6cm (24.4" x 34.1")