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Photographic Print : Burgee of Pirate Yacht Club, Bridlington, c.1898 (wool, linen, machine sewn, printed)
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Burgee of Pirate Yacht Club, Bridlington, c.1898 (wool, linen, machine sewn, printed)
7295737 Burgee of Pirate Yacht Club, Bridlington, c.1898 (wool, linen, machine sewn, printed) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 38.1x63.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: unknown
Burgee of the Pirate Yacht Club, Bridlington, used as a sledge flag by William Colbeck RNR on Borchgrevink's British Antarctic Expedition, 1898-1900. The burgee is made of red wool bunting printed with a black skull and crossbones. It has a machine-sewn linen hoist and is mounted on card, framed and glazed.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38372108
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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12"x8" Photo Print
Add a touch of nautical charm to your space with this vintage-inspired photographic print capturing the Burgee of Pirate Yacht Club in Bridlington, circa 1898. Perfect for adding character and history to any room.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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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This striking print captures the Burgee of the Pirate Yacht Club in Bridlington, dating back to around 1898. The burgee, made of red wool bunting and machine-sewn linen, features a bold black skull and crossbones design that exudes a sense of adventure and danger.
Originally used as a sledge flag by William Colbeck RNR on Borchgrevink's British Antarctic Expedition from 1898 to 1900, this piece holds a fascinating history tied to exploration and discovery in the icy realms of the South Pole. Mounted on card, framed, and glazed for preservation, it now resides at the National Maritime Museum in London.
The intricate details of this burgee speak volumes about the pirate culture it represents - daring buccaneers sailing the high seas in search of treasure and glory. The combination of wool and linen materials adds texture and depth to its overall appearance, making it a captivating piece for any maritime enthusiast or history buff.
With its vivid colors, ominous imagery, and rich symbolism, this Burgee of the Pirate Yacht Club serves as both a decorative object and a window into a bygone era filled with swashbuckling tales of seafaring adventures.
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