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Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850. Creator: Smyth. Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850. Creator: Smyth
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Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850. Creator: Smyth. Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850. Creator: Smyth
Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850. The Atlantic arrived at Liverpool...the first of six similar vessels to be built for E. K. Collins, Esq. of New York, to carry the United States mails between New York and Liverpool...the carpets are of the richest description; the table-slabs are of Brocatelli marble. The stained glass ventilators are let down into the saloon from the deck, in the form of chimneys, and protected by a lattice-work of brass. These ventilators are so constructed that they serve the double purpose of admitting the light and air. They are covered on the top with crowns of clear, transparent glass, to let down the light and keep out the rain; while immediately underneath there are all around apertures which can be opened or closed at pleasure, to admit the air. When they are illuminated at night, with lamps suspended inside, the effect is very brilliant indeed'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Grand Saloon of the Atlantic, 1850: A Vision of Maritime Luxury by Smyth This image showcases the grandeur of the Atlantic's saloon, as captured by the skilled lens of Smyth in 1850. The Atlantic, the first of six identical vessels commissioned for E.K. Collins, Esq. of New York, had just arrived at Liverpool, marking the beginning of a new era in transatlantic travel. The Atlantic's grand saloon was a testament to opulence and elegance. The richly textured carpets underfoot, the polished Brocatelli marble table-slabs, and the intricately designed stained glass ventilators all spoke of a refined sensibility that set this vessel apart. The ventilators, a unique feature of the Atlantic, were a marvel of engineering and design. They served a dual purpose, admitting light and air while protecting against the elements. Constructed as chimneys, they could be lowered into the saloon from the deck and covered with clear, transparent glass domes to let in light and keep out rain. The apertures around the base could be opened or closed at will, allowing for the regulation of airflow. When illuminated at night, the ventilators created a brilliant spectacle, casting a warm, inviting glow over the saloon. The combination of luxury, innovation, and functionality made the Atlantic's grand saloon a symbol of progress and comfort in the age of maritime travel.
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