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Poster Print : Twin Steam-Ship Castalia, September 1874
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Twin Steam-Ship Castalia, September 1874
Engraving of the twin-hulled, paddle steamer Castalia, September 1874. Launched in that year, for the English Channel Steamship Company, her radical design was intended to improve stability and sea-keeping. However the design was not a success and she was sold, in 1883, to the Metropolitan Asylums Board for use as a floating hospital on the River Thames
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1874 1883 Asylums Channel Floating Improve Intended Keeping Launched Metropolitan Paddle Radical Sold Stability Steam Ship Steamer Success Twin Hulled Year
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Twin Steam-Ship Castalia, September 1874" print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This enchanting engraving showcases the twin-hulled, paddle steamer Castalia, launched in September 1874, for the English Channel Steamship Company. With its distinctive design and intricate details, this vintage print is a must-have for history buffs, maritime enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates the elegance of bygone eras. Bring a piece of nautical history into your home or office with the "Twin Steam-Ship Castalia, September 1874" print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
"This engraving captures the Twin Steam-Ship Castalia as it appeared in September 1874, just after its launch. The Castalia, a radical design for its time, was built with twin hulls for improved stability and sea-keeping. The innovative vessel was commissioned by the English Channel Steamship Company with the hope of revolutionizing maritime travel. However, the Castalia's design did not prove to be a success. In 1883, the Metropolitan Asylums Board purchased the ship for use as a floating hospital on the River Thames. The hospital ship served an important role in providing medical care to those in need, marking a new chapter in the Castalia's history. Despite its initial failure in commercial use, the Castalia's groundbreaking design paved the way for future advancements in maritime engineering and hospital shipping." This image of the Twin Steam-Ship Castalia, launched in September 1874, showcases the intricacies of its unique design. The twin hulls, a radical innovation at the time, were intended to enhance stability and sea-keeping abilities. The English Channel Steamship Company, driven by progress, commissioned the vessel with high hopes for a new era in maritime travel. However, the Castalia's design did not meet commercial success. In the year 1883, the Metropolitan Asylums Board recognized the potential of the vessel and purchased it for use as a floating hospital on the River Thames. The Castalia's new role provided essential medical care to the community, transforming its purpose and leaving a lasting impact on maritime and healthcare history. Though the Castalia's initial commercial venture was unsuccessful, its pioneering design paved the way for future advancements in maritime engineering and hospital shipping.
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