Canvas Print : Queen Mary Ocean Liner, final preparations for launch
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Queen Mary Ocean Liner, final preparations for launch
Final preparations for the launching R.M.S. Queen Mary Ocean Liner then know as Hull Number 534. Hundreds of tons of tallow, soft soap, and other lubricants were distributed over the surface of the launching-ways down which the ships enormous bulk slide to take to the water and chain cable was assembled for use as drags to check her too-rapid progress once she was afloat. On 26 September 1934, Queen Mary consort to George V of Britian, lauched the giant Liner Queen Mary, in front of thousands of people on the 26 September 1934.
1934
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Media ID 14185313
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience the historic grandeur of the R.M.S. Queen Mary Ocean Liner in our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, captured by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the final preparations for the launch of this iconic ocean liner. Witness the meticulous attention to detail as hundreds of tons of tallow and soft soap are applied to the hull, ensuring a smooth and successful launch. Add this captivating piece of maritime history to your home or office decor and bring a touch of timeless elegance to your space. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are expertly crafted to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, making each print a unique work of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Final Preparations for the Launch of the Majestic Queen Mary Ocean Liner, September 1934 This evocative photograph captures the final moments before the historic launch of R.M.S. Queen Mary, hull number 534, on 26 September 1934. With thousands of onlookers gathered to witness the event, the preparations were in full swing. Hundreds of tons of tallow, soft soap, and other lubricants were meticulously distributed over the surface of the launching-ways to ensure a smooth slide into the water for the colossal ship. The immense weight of the Queen Mary required the assembly of a substantial chain cable system, which would serve as drags to prevent her from advancing too rapidly once she was afloat. The Queen Mary, a symbol of luxury and elegance, was the consort to King George V of Britain and marked a new era in passenger cruising. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the shipbuilding industry during the 1930s, a time when steamliners reigned supreme in the realm of oceanic transport. The anticipation and excitement were palpable as the world waited for the launch of this magnificent vessel, which would go on to become an iconic symbol of Cunard Line's maritime legacy. This image, taken by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans, transports us back to a bygone era and offers a unique perspective on the meticulous process of launching a steamship of such monumental proportions.
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