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Metal Print : RNLI lifeboat Arab I at the quay, Padstow, Cornwall. 1883-1900
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RNLI lifeboat Arab I at the quay, Padstow, Cornwall. 1883-1900
The lifeboat Arab I under sail off the quay at Padstow with the railway yards in the background. The lifeboat has a full compliment of women and children passengers with a good sized crowd of onlookers on the quay. It is noticeable that the crew of the Lifeboat are wearing cork life jackets, however, the passengers are not. RNLI Arab I (34 foot x 8 foot) was a gift from Mr R.A.B. Preston who had been saved from his yacht Arab. She was wrecked on 11th April 1900, without any loss of crew, while assisting the Lowestoft trawler Peace and Plenty. The steam lifeboat, James Stevens No 4, was also lost on the same night, together with eight members of her crew. Three crew members of the Peace and Plenty also lost their lives. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : SA.0059.1
Media ID 19674395
© From the collection of the RIC
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the history of Padstow's maritime heritage into your home with our stunning Metal Print of the Royal Cornwall Museum's RNLI lifeboat Arab I. This captivating image, taken between 1883-1900, showcases the lifeboat under sail off the quay with the railway yards in the background. The all-female crew adds an extra layer of intrigue to this piece, making it a must-have for any nautical enthusiast or local history buff. Our Metal Prints are known for their vibrant colours, exceptional clarity, and long-lasting durability. Experience the beauty and detail of this iconic lifeboat like never before.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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 print captures the RNLI lifeboat Arab I at the quay in Padstow, Cornwall, during the period of 1883-1900. The image showcases the majestic lifeboat sailing off the quay with the railway yards forming a picturesque backdrop. What makes this scene truly remarkable is that Arab I is filled with women and children passengers, accompanied by a sizable crowd of onlookers gathered on the quay. One notable detail is that while the crew members are wearing cork life jackets for their safety, it appears that the passengers do not have any such protection. This intriguing contrast highlights both bravery and vulnerability in an era when safety measures were still evolving. Arab I was generously gifted to RNLI by Mr R. A. B. Preston after being rescued from his yacht named Arab. Sadly, this heroic vessel met its tragic end on April 11th, 1900, when it was wrecked while assisting another ship called Peace and Plenty near Lowestoft. Fortunately, no lives were lost among Arab I's crew during this incident; however, tragically eight members of James Stevens No 4 steam lifeboat's crew perished alongside three crew members from Peace and Plenty. The photographer responsible for capturing this historic moment remains unknown but has immortalized a significant chapter in Cornish maritime history through this evocative image.
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