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Model of RMS Olympic BL26950_002
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Model of RMS Olympic BL26950_002
A model of RMS Olympic. Olympic was one of White Star Lines Olympic-class ocean liners, and sister ship to the Titanic and Britannic. Her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York was in 1911, and she served until 1935. Bedford Lemere and Company were commissioned to take this photograph by White Star Line in 1924
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This print showcases a meticulously crafted model of the iconic RMS Olympic, an extraordinary ocean liner that sailed the seas during the early 20th century. As one of White Star Line's remarkable Olympic-class vessels, she proudly stood alongside her renowned sister ships, Titanic and Britannic. Stepping back in time to 1911, we can imagine the excitement that filled Southampton as this majestic ship embarked on her maiden voyage to New York City. With its grandeur and elegance, the RMS Olympic symbolized a new era of luxury travel across vast oceans. Commissioned by White Star Line in 1924, Bedford Lemere and Company expertly captured this photograph with utmost precision and attention to detail. The model itself is a testament to craftsmanship and artistry; every inch carefully replicated to mirror the splendor of its real-life counterpart. As we gaze upon this image, our imagination takes flight as we envision passengers strolling along her opulent decks or gazing out at endless horizons from luxurious cabins. The RMS Olympic served faithfully for over two decades until her retirement in 1935. Adolphe Augustus Boucher's masterful photography immortalizes not only this stunning model but also pays homage to an era when maritime travel was synonymous with elegance and adventure. This print serves as a timeless reminder of the legacy left behind by these magnificent ocean liners - testaments to human ingenuity and ambition on both land and sea.
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