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Fine Art Print : HMS Cleopatra
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HMS Cleopatra
Dido Class cruiser HMS Cleopatra
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1762351
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the Royal Air Force through our exquisite Fine Art Prints collection. This stunning piece showcases HMS Cleopatra, a Dido-class cruiser that served in the Royal Navy from 1943 to 1978. Captured in this beautiful print is a photograph by Charles E. Brown, showcasing the strength and grace of this iconic vessel as it proudly served in the RAF Museum's collection. Bring the history and tradition of the RAF into your home or office with our high-quality Fine Art Prints, perfect for aviation enthusiasts and history lovers alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.8cm x 40.6cm (19.6" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, the Dido-class cruiser HMS Cleopatra of the Royal Navy stands proudly at anchor, her powerful silhouette framed against the tranquil waters of a postwar harbor. Taken by the renowned British photographer Charles E. Brown during his tenure with the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum, the image captures the essence of the cruiser's majestic presence and the calm that followed the tumultuous years of conflict. HMS Cleopatra, named after the legendary queen of ancient Egypt, was launched in 1943 and served the Royal Navy valiantly during World War II. Postwar, she continued to play a crucial role in maintaining peace and security on the world's oceans. The Dido-class cruiser was characterized by its imposing size, with a length of 542 feet and a beam of 61 feet, making it a formidable presence at sea. The photograph showcases the intricate details of HMS Cleopatra's design, from the angled flight deck at the rear, which allowed for the deployment of helicopters, to the numerous guns and anti-aircraft weapons arrayed along her sides. The ship's hull is adorned with the Union Jack, proudly flying high above the waterline, symbolizing the unwavering strength and determination of the British Royal Navy. As the sun casts a warm, golden glow over the scene, HMS Cleopatra appears as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the postwar era, a time of rebuilding and renewal. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the cruiser's storied past and the vital role the Royal Navy played in safeguarding the peace and security of the world during times of conflict and beyond.
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