Poster Print : Scene at Leith Docks with ferry for Shetland Islands
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Scene at Leith Docks with ferry for Shetland Islands
Scene at Leith Docks with a ferry about to depart for the Shetland Islands. The photographers van is in the foreground, also waiting to be loaded on board.
circa late 1950s
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Media ID 14411678
© Mary Evans Picture Library/ANDREW BESLEY
Boxes Cargo Crane Crates Docks Ferry Gear Leith Lifting Loaded Loading Quay Quayside Shetland Shetlands
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning Scene at Leith Docks poster print from Mary Evans Picture Library/ANDREW BESLEY. This captivating image, taken in the late 1950s, depicts the hustle and bustle of Leith Docks as a ferry prepares to depart for the Shetland Islands. The photographer's van is parked in the foreground, adding to the sense of anticipation and activity. Bring the historic charm of this scene into your home or office with our high-quality poster print from the Media Storehouse range of prints by Mary Evans Prints Online.
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the hustle and bustle of Leith Docks in the late 1950s as a ferry prepares to depart for the Shetland Islands. The quay is filled with a sense of anticipation as men load cargo onto the boat, from crates and boxes to larger items requiring the assistance of a crane. In the foreground, a photographer's van is also waiting to be loaded, adding to the scene of organized chaos. The water shimmers in the sunlight, reflecting the industrial activity taking place on the quayside. The coastline and open sea serve as a backdrop to this bustling harbor, with boats of various sizes anchored nearby. The men work efficiently, their determined expressions a testament to the importance of the sea route to the Shetland Islands. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the vital role of maritime transport in connecting communities and delivering essential supplies.
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