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Canvas Print : The motor launch Daphne swamped following a collision on the River Thames at Greenwhich
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The motor launch Daphne swamped following a collision on the River Thames at Greenwhich
The motor launch Daphne swamped following a collision on the River Thames at Greenwhich, London.
1939
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Media ID 10990738
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Accident Ship Sink Water Battersea Power Station Sinking Sunk
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the thrilling history of the River Thames to your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "The motor launch Daphne swamped following a collision on the River Thames at Greenwich" by John Topham from TopFoto, transports you back in time to 1939. Witness the drama of the collision and the power of the river's currents, expertly captured in this vintage photograph. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously printed using archival inks and wrapped around thick, sturdy stretcher bars for a gallery-quality finish. Add an element of timeless charm to your living space with this stunning piece of maritime history.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 print captures a tragic incident that unfolded on the River Thames at Greenwich, London in 1939. The motor launch Daphne can be seen swamped following a devastating collision, its bow sinking beneath the water's surface. This haunting image from between the wars showcases the monochrome beauty of early twentieth-century photography. The scene is filled with an air of despair as onlookers witness this unfortunate accident unfold. The Daphne, once a symbol of elegance and grace, now succumbs to the power of the river. Its fate sealed by an unexpected collision, it serves as a stark reminder of how quickly circumstances can change. In the backdrop stands Battersea Power Station, providing an eerie contrast to this maritime tragedy. As Europe teeters on the brink of another war, this photograph encapsulates both personal loss and broader historical context. Photographer John Topham skillfully captures every detail amidst chaos; each ripple in the water tells a story while emphasizing nature's relentless power over man-made vessels. This evocative image transports us back to one fateful moment in time when lives were forever altered by unforeseen circumstances. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot frozen in history, let us remember those whose lives were affected by this calamity and reflect upon our own vulnerability within life's unpredictable currents.
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