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Ship interiors: the drawing room of the Amerika, 1905
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Ship interiors: the drawing room of the Amerika, 1905
The luxurious drawing room of the German steamship " Amerika" of the Hamburg-America Line, as decorated in the Adams style by Waring and Gillow Limited. Pictured here in the year she was launched, in 1917 the Amerika would become USS America, following being commandeered by the Americans when they entered World War One. Date: 1905
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Amerika Décor Gillow Hamburg Luxurious Steamship Waring Warings
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1. Title: The Opulent Drawing Room of the RMS Amerika (1905) - A Glimpse into the Luxurious Past of the Hamburg-America Line's Flagship The captivating image before you showcases the exquisite drawing room of the renowned German steamship, Amerika, belonging to the prestigious Hamburg-America Line. Decorated in the elegant Adams style by Waring and Gillow Limited, this luxurious space was a testament to the refined taste and affluence of the early 20th century. The year is 1905, and the Amerika, with its impressive dimensions and state-of-the-art amenities, was a marvel of maritime engineering. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the ship's opulent interiors, which were designed to cater to the needs and desires of the most discerning passengers. The Adams style, a popular decorative motif during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, is characterized by its intricate ornamentation, rich colors, and grandeur. Waring and Gillow Limited, a renowned British design firm, expertly executed this style in the drawing room, creating a space that exuded sophistication and luxury. Fast forward to 1917, and the Amerika's story takes a dramatic turn. With the entry of the United States into World War One, the ship was commandeered by the Americans and renamed USS America. This historic moment marked the end of an era for the once-luxurious vessel, which would go on to serve as a transport ship for the US Navy. This evocative image, with its intricate details and rich history, invites us to explore the fascinating world of ship interiors and the transport lines that connected the old world to the new. The drawing room of the Amerika, with its timeless beauty and captivating history, remains an enduring symbol of a bygone era.
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