Fine Art Print : British light cruiser off Venice, Italy
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British light cruiser off Venice, Italy
A British Bristol Class light cruiser (possibly HMS Gloucester) off Venice, Italy. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14169554
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Battleship Battleships Bristol Cruiser Gloucester Mediterranean Venice Waterfront
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and grandeur of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image captures a British Bristol Class light cruiser, believed to be HMS Gloucester, gracefully navigating the waters off the iconic city of Venice, Italy. Circa 1910, this captivating photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time, offering a unique and intriguing glimpse into history. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office with this beautiful, rights managed fine art print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 majestic presence of a British Bristol Class light cruiser off the shores of Venice, Italy, around the turn of the 20th century. The exact identity of the ship in the image is uncertain, but it is believed to be HMS Gloucester, which was part of the Royal Navy's Mediterranean Fleet during that period. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, when the might of the British Navy extended to the Mediterranean, and its vessels were a common sight in the waters of this historic city. The ship, with its tall funnel and slender silhouette, cuts an impressive figure against the backdrop of the Venetian skyline. The Italian city's iconic architecture, with its red-tiled rooftops, ornate facades, and bell towers, is reflected in the calm waters of the lagoon. The image also reveals the bustling activity of the Venetian waterfront, with fishing boats and other small craft dotted around the cruiser. The photograph is a testament to the rich maritime history of both Venice and the British Navy. Venice, a city famed for its trade and cultural exchanges, was a major port of call for British ships, while the Royal Navy played a crucial role in maintaining peace and stability in the Mediterranean during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This photograph, with its timeless beauty and historical significance, is a must-have for anyone with an interest in naval history, maritime photography, or the history of Venice and the Mediterranean.
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