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Framed Print : The Preussen DAR_P01
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The Preussen DAR_P01
The German schooner The Preussen, run aground in St Margarets Bay, Kent. The Preussen was the largest sailing vessel in the world at the time of her loss in November 1910. She collided with the SS Brighton on the morning of 06 November 1910. She managed to anchor off Dungeness, but the cables parted and she was driven out to sea. Tugs then towed her towards Dover, but she ran ashore off St Margarets Bay. Between 04-11 January 1911 gales caused her to break in two. Photographed in November 1910 by Annette Evelyn Darwall
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Media ID 13293753
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Maritime Sailing Ship Shipwreck
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "The Preussen DAR_P01" by Annette Evelyn Darwall, an evocative tribute to maritime history. This stunning piece of art transports you back in time to St. Margarets Bay, Kent, where the historic German schooner The Preussen ran aground in November 1910. As the largest sailing vessel in the world at the time of her loss, The Preussen holds a significant place in nautical history. Our Framed Print captures the essence of this moment in time, allowing you to relive the past through the captivating brushstrokes of Annette Evelyn Darwall. Add this exquisite piece to your home or office to inspire awe and ignite conversation. Embrace the richness of history with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "The Preussen DAR_P01".
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Preussen - A Majestic Sailing Vessel's Tragic End
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print captured by Annette Evelyn Darwall in November 1910, we witness the haunting remains of "The Preussen" a German schooner that met its untimely demise in St Margarets Bay, Kent. Once hailed as the largest sailing vessel worldwide, this majestic ship fell victim to an unfortunate collision with the SS Brighton on a fateful morning - 06 November 1910. Despite managing to anchor off Dungeness initially, fate had other plans for The Preussen. As her cables eventually gave way under relentless forces of nature, she was mercilessly swept out into the vast sea. Desperate attempts were made by tugs to tow her towards Dover; however, destiny had already sealed her tragic end. Ultimately driven ashore off St Margarets Bay, The Preussen found herself at the mercy of fierce gales during January 1911. These unforgiving winds proved too much for her weakened structure and caused her to break apart entirely over a period between 04-11 January. Annette Evelyn Darwall's poignant photograph immortalizes this once grand symbol of maritime prowess now reduced to fragments upon the desolate shores. It serves as a somber reminder of both man's triumphs and his vulnerability against nature's wrathful might. This remarkable image stands as a testament not only to The Preussen but also to all those who have perished at sea throughout history
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