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Boatbuilders at Cowes EPW023056
Filename: EPW023056.jpg
Size: 4943 x 3815 (9.8MB)
Date: 15th March 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive. Aerofi
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
© Historic England Archive
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Boatbuilders at Cowes EPW023056
Engineering and Boatbuilding Works off Thetis Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight. August 1928
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Media ID 13401789
© Historic England Archive
Construction Engineering Maritime Shipyard
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Boatbuilders at Cowes EPW023056" takes us back in time to the bustling maritime world of August 1928. The image showcases the engineering and boatbuilding works off Thetis Road in Cowes, Isle of Wight, providing a unique aerial perspective of this shipyard during its heyday. The scene is alive with activity as skilled craftsmen meticulously construct boats amidst a labyrinth of wooden scaffolding. Their focused expressions reveal their dedication to their craft, while the tools they wield reflect their expertise in shipbuilding. This snapshot captures a moment frozen in time when traditional craftsmanship merged seamlessly with modern engineering techniques. The composition offers an intriguing contrast between the intricate details of the boat construction and the vast expanse of water that stretches beyond. It serves as a reminder that these boatbuilders were not just constructing vessels; they were crafting dreams that would sail across oceans and explore uncharted territories. Preserved by Historic England Archive, this remarkable photograph invites us to appreciate both the artistry involved in shipbuilding and its historical significance within our maritime heritage. It transports us back nearly a century ago when Cowes was renowned for its thriving shipyards and highlights how human ingenuity has shaped our relationship with the sea throughout history. A testament to both human skill and technological progress, "Boatbuilders at Cowes EPW023056" is an invaluable visual record capturing an era where craftsmanship met innovation on Britain's shores.
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